Ted Edwards

Biography

Ted Edwards was a British-born American film actor of the silent era, best known for his appearances in Charlie Chaplin's comedy shorts between 1914 and 1917. Born Maurice Edward Burrell in Sheffield, England, he later adopted the stage name Ted Edwards before pursuing acting in stock companies and vaudeville. He retired from acting to work as a carpenter and builder, passing away at 61 in Los Angeles in 1945.