1. Overview
Lincoln Stedman (1907-1948) was an American actor who gained prominence during the silent film era. Born into a family deeply rooted in the film industry, he began his career as a child alongside his parents, Marshall Stedman and Myrtle Stedman. Throughout his career, which primarily spanned from 1917 to 1934, Stedman appeared in over 80 films. He was known for his ability to convincingly portray adult roles from a young age, partly due to his physical resemblance to actor Roscoe Arbuckle.
2. Life
Lincoln Stedman's life was closely tied to the burgeoning film industry from his earliest years, shaped by his family's involvement in silent films and his own early entry into acting.
2.1. Birth and family background
Lincoln Stedman was born on May 18, 1907, in Denver, Colorado, United States. He was the only child of Marshall Stedman, a notable figure in the early film industry, and Myrtle Stedman, a prominent silent film actress. His upbringing was immersed in the world of cinema, setting the stage for his own career.
2.2. Childhood and early career
Stedman's career in films began during his boyhood, performing in silent films alongside his parents. This early exposure allowed him to develop his acting skills from a young age, making him a seasoned performer by the time he was a teenager.
2.3. Acting characteristics and roles
Despite his young age, Stedman was able to convincingly play adult roles in films. This was largely attributed to his physical resemblance to the well-known actor Roscoe Arbuckle, and his overweight physique as a teenager, which gave him a more mature appearance than his actual years. This unique characteristic allowed him to take on a diverse range of parts.
2.4. Personal life
Lincoln Stedman was married to Carol Rohe Stedman. The couple had one daughter, Loretta Myrtle Stedman, who was born just one month before Lincoln Stedman's death.
3. Film Career
Stedman's professional work in the film industry was extensive, with a career primarily active during the silent film era and into the early sound period.
3.1. Filmography
Lincoln Stedman appeared in more than 80 films between 1917 and 1934, showcasing his versatility as an actor. His filmography includes a wide range of genres, from comedies to dramas. While his most active period was between 1917 and 1934, he also appeared in a film in 1947.
- A Homespun Vamp (1922)
- A Pleasant Journey (1923)
- The Atom (1918)
- Be My Wife (1921)
- The Big Show (1923)
- Billboard Girl (1932)
- Black Oxen (1923)
- Captain January (1924)
- The Charmer (1917)
- The Charm School (1921)
- Dame Chance (1926)
- The Dangerous Age (1923)
- The Devil's Cage (1928)
- The Farmer's Daughter (1928)
- The Freshie (1922)
- Green Grass Widows (1928)
- Harold Teen (1928)
- Hollywood on the Way (1947)
- Let It Rain (1927)
- The Little Firebrand (1926)
- Lodge Night (1923)
- Made for Love (1926)
- The Man Life Passed By (1923)
- The Meanest Man in the World (1923)
- My Lady Friends (1921)
- No Noise (1923)
- The Old Swimmin' Hole (1921)
- On Probation (1924)
- One Minute to Play (1926)
- One Terrible Day (1922)
- Out of the Storm (1920)
- Perch of the Devil (1927)
- The Prince of Headwaiters (1927)
- The Prisoner (1923)
- Puppy Love (1919)
- Red Hot Tires (1925)
- Remember (1926)
- Rookies (1927)
- Sailor Be Good (1933)
- The Scarlet Lily (1923)
- Sealed Lips (1925)
- Soul of the Beast (1923)
- Tanned Legs (1929)
- Two Minutes to Go (1921)
- Under the Lash (1921)
- The Wanters (1923)
- The Warning Signal (1926)
- White Shoulders (1922)
- Why Be Good? (1929)
- The Wife of the Centaur (1924)
- The Winning Girl (1919)
- The Woman Between (1931)
4. Death
Lincoln Stedman died on March 22, 1948, in Los Angeles, California. His death was attributed to a heart ailment. He was 40 years old at the time of his passing.