William Fairbanks

William Fairbanks (May 24, 1894 – April 1, 1945) was an American actor. He appeared in over 65 silent movies in the early 20th century.

He was born Carl Ullman in St. Louis, Missouri, the son of Charles and Emma E. Ullman. His father was born in Bavaria, Germany, emigrated to the U.S. and became a naturalized citizen, and his mother was born in Illinois. At age 16, Carl worked as a clerk in a stationary store in St. Louis.

His first screen role was as Capt. Pierre Thierry in the war drama Somewhere in France (1916) starring Louise Glaum and Howard C. Hickman. He was then living at 20 Horizon Avenue in Venice, California, where he registered to vote. He appeared in five movies released in 1917, including his role as Dillon in the drama The Little Brother starring Enid Bennett and William Garwood. He was then living at 115 Dudley Avenue in Venice, where he registered for the draft of World War I.WWI Draft Registration...
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