Eddie Clayton
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 1, 1901 in Charleston, West Virginia, USA
- Active Years
- 1923–1934 (12 Years)
- Total Credits
- 17 credits in database
Biography
Eddie Clayton was an American actor born in Charleston, West Virginia. Sources cite his birth year as 1901, with specific dates noted as January 1 or January 8, 1901. He was the son of Emory Clay Jones and Geneva Florence Mason. Clayton appeared in numerous films throughout his career. Among his known acting credits are The Way of All Men, Why Be Good?, The College Coquette, West Point, So This Is Africa, Flaming Fathers, Dancing Sweeties, Lilac Time, and Her Lucky Leap. He passed away at the University Veterans Affairs Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the age of 57, following a battle with throat cancer and pneumonia.
Career overview
Eddie Clayton was an American actor born in Charleston, West Virginia. His biographical records note that he was the son of Emory Clay Jones and Geneva Florence Mason. Throughout his career, Clayton worked as a film actor, earning known credits that spanned multiple motion pictures during the late 1920s and 1930.
Among his credited works are the films The Way of All Men, released in 1930, as well as Why Be Good? and The College Coquette, both released in 1929. Additional cinematic work associated with his career includes appearances in West Point, So This Is Africa, Flaming Fathers, Dancing Sweeties, Lilac Time, and Her Lucky Leap.
Clayton passed away at the University Veterans Affairs Hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, at the age of 57, following a battle with throat cancer and pneumonia. His birth date is recorded in archival sources as either January 1 or January 8, 1901, and his death occurred on April 3, 1959.
Ask the Vault
Ask anything about Eddie Clayton.
Frequent co-stars
Career timeline
Full Filmography
17 titles- St. Louis Woman (1934) as Musician
- So This Is Africa (1933) as Elevator Operator (uncredited)
- Dancing Sweeties (1930) as Onions (uncredited)
- The Way of All Men (1930) as Jack
- Guilty? (1930) as Jerry
- The College Coquette (1929) as Ted
- Why Be Good? (1929) as Jerry
- Road House (1928) as Jim, Larry Grayson's Pal
- West Point (1928) as Bit Role (uncredited)
- Lilac Time (1928) as The Enemy Ace
- Lady Be Good (1928) as Dancer
- Mad Hour (1928) as Red
- The Dizzy Diver (1928)
- A Midsummer Night's Steam (1927)
- Flaming Fathers (1927) as Rollo
- Her Lucky Leap (1926)
- The Call of the Canyon (1923) as Tenney Jones
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Eddie Clayton best known for?
Eddie Clayton is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Dancing Sweeties (1930).
When and where was Eddie Clayton born?
Eddie Clayton was born on January 1, 1901 in Charleston, West Virginia, USA.
How many credits does Eddie Clayton have?
Eddie Clayton has accumulated over 17 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1923 to 1934.
What is Eddie Clayton's background in cinema and television?
Eddie Clayton was an American actor born in Charleston, West Virginia. Sources cite his birth year as 1901, with specific dates noted as January 1 or January 8, 1901. He was the son of Emory Clay Jones and Geneva Florence Mason. Clayton appeared in numerous films throughout his career. Among his known acting credits ar...
Eddie Clayton by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Dancing Sweeties (1930) as Onions (uncredited) — aged about 29
What viewers say
No comments yet. Be the first to share your take on Eddie Clayton.