Albert Ray 1897 – 1944

Biography

Albert Ray was born on August 28, 1897, in New Rochelle, bringing into the world a man who would become a versatile contributor to early American cinema. Over his career, he worked in multiple capacities within the film industry, establishing himself as a director, actor, and screenwriter—roles that reflected the dynamic nature of filmmaking during Hollywood’s formative years.

Ray’s professional versatility allowed him to shape stories both behind and in front of the camera. Whether directing scenes, performing in productions, or crafting screenplays, he remained an active participant in the evolving art of motion pictures. His work spanned the period when cinema was still discovering its own language and possibilities.

On February 5, 1944, Ray passed away in Los Angeles at the age of 46. His final resting place was chosen at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, a cemetery that has honored many figures from Hollywood’s golden age. Though his life was relatively brief, Albert Ray left his mark on the early film industry as a creative professional who contributed across multiple disciplines of his craft.