EMR
The basics
Quick facts
Intro
American writer
Gender:
Male
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Birth:
2 March 1862
Death:
16 February 1942
Family:
Children:
Selena Royle
The details
Biography
Introduction
Edwin Milton Royle (March 2, 1862 – February 16, 1942) was an American playwright. He was born in Lexington, Missouri, and died in New York City.
Over 30 of his plays were performed. His best-known is The Squaw Man (1905), which in 1914 became the first Hollywood film directed by Cecil B. DeMille.
He was married to Selena Fetter (1860-1955). Daughter Selena Royle (1904–83) was a successful stage and film actress. Josephine Fetter Royle (1901–92) was another daughter.