FAVERSHAM, WILLIAM

(1868-1940)

Born and educated in England, the actor made his New York debut in 1887 atUnion Square Theatre. He joined the Empire Theatre company and played Romeo toMaude Adams, then made his debut as a star in 1902. Best known for hisleading roleinThe Squaw Man(1905), he also toured extensively in Shakespeare and was long regarded as amatinee idol.