Edward Gargan (July 17, 1902[citation needed] – February 19, 1964) was an American film and television actor.
Edward Gargan | |
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Born | New York City, US | July 17, 1902
Died | (aged 61) New York City, US |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1931–1953 |
Spouse |
Catherine Conlan
(m. 1938) |
He was born of Irish parents in Brooklyn, New York. He was the elder brother of actor William Gargan.[1]
As soon as he had left college, he went onto the stage and had extensive acting experience gained in plays like My Maryland, Rose Marie, and Good News before going into films. His Broadway credits include Face the Music (1931), Polly of Hollywood (1926) and Black Boy (1926).[2]
In 1930, Gargan played Patrolman Mulligan in a production of Strictly Dishonorable.[3]
Many of his appearances were uncredited.
Gargan was married to the former Catherine Conlan. He died February 19, 1964, at Columbus Hospital in New York City. He was 62.[1] He is buried in Holy Cross Cemetery in Brooklyn, New York.[4]