Rod Bacon was an American actor who is best known for The Masked Marvel, Public Enemies, and The Gay Vagabond.
Personal and Family Life
Rod Bacon was born on June 6, 1914, in Denver, Colorado. He was the son of actress Sybil Bacon and actor Walter Bacon. He had one sibling, Archie J. Bacon, who became an art director. Rod married Annette Louise Devorak in 1945, a union that lasted until his untimely death.
Death and Legacy
Rod Bacon passed away on February 28, 1948, in Los Angeles County, California, due to homicide. His death was a tragic event that shocked many in the film industry. Despite his short career, he made a mark with several films that are remembered today. His family lineage continues to link him to the world of entertainment.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sakima and the Masked Marvel | 1966-01-01 | James Arnold |
| The Masked Marvel | 1943-11-06 | Jim Arnold |
| These Glamour Girls | 1939-08-18 | College Boy (uncredited) |
| The Gay Vagabond | 1941-05-12 | Franklin Atwater |
| Irene | 1940-04-23 | Usher (uncredited) |
| Carnival Day | 1936-01-11 | |
| Saturday’s Millions | 1933-09-30 | Student |
| The Power of God | 1942-01-15 | David Worne |
| Corvette K-225 | 1943-09-29 | Naval Academy Graduate |
| Ice-Capades | 1941-08-19 | Audition Sign-Up Man |