Basic Information
| Name | Roy Kellino |
|---|---|
| Birth Name | Philip Roy Gislingham |
| Birth Date | 1912-04-22 |
| Death Date | 1956-11-18 |
| Birth Place | Lambeth, South London |
| Death Place | Los Angeles, California |
| Occupations | Cinematographer, Film Director, TV Director |
| Notable Films | Concerning Mr. Martin (1937), I Met a Murderer (1939), Charade (1953) |
| Parent | W. P. Kellino |
| Spouse | Pamela Mason; Barbara Billingsley |
Biography
Philip Roy Gislingham, known professionally as Roy Kellino, was born on April 22, 1912 in Lambeth, South London. He was the son of silent-era director W. P. Kellino. He died of a heart attack on November 18, 1956 in Los Angeles at age 44.
Career Highlights
Roy Kellino began his career as a cinematographer on British films in the mid‑1930s. He made his directorial debut with Concerning Mr. Martin in 1937 and went on to direct six feature films between 1937 and 1956. In the early 1950s, he transitioned into American television and directed episodes for anthology series.
| Role | Titles & Years |
|---|---|
| Cinematographer | Foreign Affaires (1935), Convoy (1940), Nine Men (1943), Johnny Frenchman (1945) |
| Director | Concerning Mr. Martin (1937), I Met a Murderer (1939), Guilt Is My Shadow (1950), Lady Possessed (1952), Charade (1953), The Silken Affair (1956) |
| Television Director | Four Star Playhouse (1952), The Star and the Story (1955), Telephone Time (1956) |
Family & Personal Life
Roy Kellino married twice and had no recorded children.
| Relation | Name | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Father | W. P. Kellino | — |
| Spouse 1 | Pamela Mason | m. 1932 – div. 1940 |
| Spouse 2 | Barbara Billingsley | m. 1953 – 1956 |
Net Worth & Finances
Mid‑century industry records do not disclose Roy Kellino’s net worth. His second wife, Barbara Billingsley, held an estimated net worth of $12 million at her death in 2010.
| Individual | Estimated Net Worth |
|---|---|
| Roy Kellino | Not publicly recorded |
| Barbara Billingsley | $12 million (2010) |
Legacy
Roy Kellino’s films from 1937 to 1956 reflect his imaginative style and emotional depth. His television work in the 1950s helped shape early anthology series in the United States.
FAQ
Who was Roy Kellino?
He was an English cinematographer turned director active from 1935 until his death in 1956.
What was his most notable directorial debut?
He debuted as a director with Concerning Mr. Martin in 1937.
Who were his spouses?
He married actress Pamela Mason from 1932 to 1940 and actress Barbara Billingsley from 1953 until his death in 1956.
Did Roy Kellino have any children?
No verified records indicate he had children.
References
| Source | Description |
|---|---|
| https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roy_Kellino | Provides Roy Kellino’s full name, birth and death dates, family background, and detailed filmography. |
| https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/person/100206%7C135749/Roy-Kellino | Highlights Roy Kellino’s reputation for limitless imagination and emotional depth in his work. |
| https://www.fandango.com/people/roy-kellino-341518/biography | Notes his 1955 Primetime Emmy nomination for television directing. |
| https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-celebrities/actors/barbara-billingsley-net-worth/ | Estimates Barbara Billingsley’s net worth at $12 million at the time of her death in 2010. |
| https://www.yahoo.com/topics/barbara-billingsley/ | Aggregates the latest news and retrospective coverage of Barbara Billingsley’s cultural legacy. |
