Biography

Starting out in dramatic parts, Desmond soon switched to westerns and action serials, and became a major western star. When the sound era began Desmond was almost 50 years old, and was soon relegated to supporting roles.

Known For

Phantom of the Opera

Stagehand (uncredited)

The Sign of the Cross

Tall in the Saddle

Townsman (uncredited)

The Egg and I

Spectator at Country Dance (Uncredited)

Flash Gordon

Hawkman Lookout Captain

The Mummy's Ghost

Museum Tourist (uncredited)

Naughty Marietta

Gendarme Chief (uncredited)

The Vanishing Rider

Jim Davis / The Vanishing Rider