Cosmo Kyrle Bellew (1874-1948) was a British actor who achieved great fame in both theatre and silent cinema. The son of the celebrated actor Harold Kyrle Bellew, he began his career on the stage, quickly establishing himself as an acclaimed matinee idol in London and on Broadway due to his charm and stage presence. He worked alongside leading actresses of the era, consolidating his status as a romantic leading man. With the advent of the film industry, Bellew successfully transitioned to the big screen, becoming one of the early stars of cinema. His most significant performances include roles in films such as "A Gentleman of France" (1905), "The Lion and the Mouse" (1914), and "The Dictator" (1915). Although no formal awards are on record, his primary recognition was his immense popularity with audiences and his pioneering role in the transition of actors from the stage to the screen, embodying a model of success for an entire generation of performers.