Background
Wemyss, Francis Courtney was born on May 13, 1797 in London, England.
Wemyss, Francis Courtney was born on May 13, 1797 in London, England.
Made American debut as Vapid in play The Dramatist, Chestnut Street Theatre, Philadelphia, 1822. Made New York City debut as Marplot, Chatham Garden, 1824. Played Belmour in play Is He Jealous?, 1841.
Made last appearance as stage manager for benefit performance to raise money to buy Mt. Editor 16 vols.