Background
Forrest, Edwin was born on March 9, 1806 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of William and Rebecca (Lauman) Forrest.
Forrest, Edwin was born on March 9, 1806 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. Son of William and Rebecca (Lauman) Forrest.
Made debut as Douglas in Hone’s play Douglas, Walnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, 1820. Played Othello, Park Theatre, New York City (1st notable success), 1826. Actor, New York City, 1834.
Played Spartacus, Drury Lane, London, Eng.
Married Catherine Sinclair, June 23, 1837.