Walter Abel (June 6, 1898 – March 26, 1987) was an American stage, film, and radio actor whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1975 he appeared at the Historic Elitch Theatre in the play, In Praise of Love.
Seasons at the Theatre
- 1975
Productions/Roles:
Notable Roles, Awards, and Other Work:
- Abel made his Broadway debut in Forbidden in 1919.
Elitch Theatre Connections:
- Abel appeared in the 1936 film, Fury, with Elitch Alumna, Sylvia Sidney
- Green Light (Film, 1937) — Abel co-starred with Spring Byington who played the mother of Abel’s love interest.
- When Ladies Meet (Broadway play, 1932–33, Royale Theatre) — Abel co-starred with Spring Byington and Selena Royle: Original Broadway cast members together.
- That Lady in Ermine (film, 1948): Cesar Romero and Douglas Fairbanks, Jr. Credited supporting players alongside Fairbanks and Betty Grable.
