Erwin Connelly (January 14, 1878 – February 12, 1931[1]) was an American actor, known for his contributions to silent films during the 1920s.
Together with his wife, actress Jane , the couple built a solid reputation in theatrical circles over the course of nearly two decades[2][3][4][5][6][7] One of their notable performances was in the 1919 play The Tale of a Shirt at the Alhambra Theatre, New York, where Jane played a dreamy laundress and he portrayed a kind-hearted character who captured her affections.
Connelly signed contracts with Metro and Universal Studios, appearing in several notable films throughout the 1920s.
Jane died on October 25, 1925,[9] bringing an end to their longstanding artistic partnership.
Connelly's life and career were tragically cut short by a car accident in Los Angeles, California, on February 12, 1931.