Morton Selten

Morton Selten, born Morton Richard Stubbs on January 6, 1860, was a prominent British actor celebrated for his contributions to both stage and film. He passed away on July 27, 1939. Often acknowledged as an illegitimate son of Prince of Wales, who later became King Edward VII, Selten's parentage was a subject of intrigue, with his father being Morton Stubbs.

Selten's theatrical career commenced in 1878, with significant performances primarily in the United States. He made a notable impact on Broadway, starring in various productions throughout his career. In 1889, he portrayed Clarence Vane in Mrs. Hargrove's play *Our Flat* at the Lyceum Theatre, and also took on the role of Captain Heartsease in Bronson Howard's Civil War drama *Shenandoah*. Over the next thirty years, he participated in around twenty-five Broadway shows, solidifying his status as an accomplished stage actor.

Transitioning to film in the 1920s, Selten's cinematic journey began with the 1921 movie *Branded*. His final role was as the King of the Land of Legend in the 1940 film *The Thief of Bagdad*, produced by Alexander Korda. Tragically, Selten passed away while filming, marking the end of a remarkable career that spanned multiple decades and mediums.