Mrs. Du Vivier's brother, Jacques catches Rhoda cleaning the family silver and wrongly suspects her of theft, leading to her referral to the reformatory. Later, he hears her explanation and examines a letter from her father, which helps establish her identity. He is present when the confusion surrounding Rhoda and Rosy Taylor is resolved.
A young man initially squandering his inheritance on parties encouraged by his actress girlfriend. After a breakdown and suicide attempt, he is rehabilitated by Julia, who helps him find steady work. He neglects his duties to flirt with her, proposes marriage, and faces rejection. Later, he proves his rival's lies, elopes with Julia, and escapes incarceration with her.
Merlin is the son of Simon Durand, who has banished him from home until he can produce his first week's paycheck because he disapproves of Merlin's extravagant lifestyle. When Merlin's bills accumulate, Charity and the Prince try to help him reconcile with his father. Merlin eventually gets a job, returns with his paycheck, and is reunited with his father and wards.
A reporter who visits Madam Mysteria's parlor with a woman posing as his aunt while trying to solve the kidnapping of Mrs. Ramsey's young grandchild. His investigation brings him into the events surrounding Jean Oliver and the crooks; the film ends with him reunited with Jean.
The writer of David Marston's musical comedy, who becomes acquainted with Yvonne during rehearsals. A romance develops between them, and he rescues her when Harley Pembroke threatens her. After Marie identifies Yvonne as her niece and Cecile is dismissed, Lawrence and Yvonne become engaged.
A Spanish peasant lad who longs to become a matador, Gallito attracts Pedro’s attention while fighting a fake bull. With Pedro’s help, he rises to fame in Seville, but neglects his sweetheart Dolores. When Cavallo plots to drug him before a bullfight, Dolores saves his life, and the two reconcile.
Frank is the editor of the Daily News, whom Burton Grant intends to install as the paper's manager. Sylvia takes the position for herself and dismisses Frank, but he stays and helps her expose Jarvis McVey. After McVey is discredited and the paper is saved, Frank returns as editor and becomes engaged to Sylvia.
Steve is the wealthy backer of the Broadway show and shows special attention to Sally, prompting Marian's jealousy. After learning that Marian and Bill have lied, he intervenes to prevent Sally from marrying Bill and makes her the star of the show, becoming the person who helps her escape the false accusation and secure a leading role.
Blair is the owner of the valuable jade necklace, which is accidentally carried away in his overcoat by Cuthbert. He first helps Phyllis when she cannot pay for lunch, later catches her while she is trying to take the necklace back, and ultimately learns how it came into her possession. The story closes with a romantic gesture toward Phyllis.
Bruce is a hotel guest who later stays at Diana's home. Unaware that Jimmy slept on a cot in the hall, he draws a scandalous conclusion from Diana's overnight hotel stay, infuriating her. Diana tries to put him in a similar compromising position, but when her scheme goes wrong and she faces blackmail, Bruce comes to her rescue; the story ends happily for them.
A wealthy young city man and Peter Andrews's son, Jack first meets Iris when he offers her a ride after she misses her train. His flirtation makes her uncomfortable, but he later falls in love with her after seeing her perform. After a drunken visit to her dressing room, he sobers up, takes a travelling-salesman job in his father's business, and wins her trust.
Ranch worker and Roberta's love interest. He unknowingly buys her stolen brooch to gift her, leading to his false arrest. He is later cleared when the actual thief is apprehended and is appointed as Thomas Lee's new general manager.
Allan Forrest has 75 screen credits in a career dating back to 1913. Signature works include Rose of the World, Don't Doubt Your Husband, The Man Between. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
