Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, he studied at Louisiana State University and the Carnegie Institute of Technology. During WWII, he served in the Navy. His career was started in New York, acting in regional and Off-Broadway Theatre until his Broadway debut in the musical, "Candide" in 1956. Edmonds stage role in "The Importance of Being Earnest" and his work on the accompanying album led him to television roles. He is best known for his work as character Roger Collins in the wildly popular daytime gothic drama "Dark Shadows" which ran from 1967-71.
Louis Edmonds has 16 screen credits in a career dating back to 1948. Signature works include Dark Shadows, Next Year in Jerusalem, Dark Shadows: The Vampire Curse. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
