Edwin Milton Royle (March 2, 1862 – February 16, 1942) was an American playwright. He was born in Lexington, Missouri, and died in

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. Over 30 of his plays were performed. His best-known play is '' The Squaw Man'' (1905), which became the first Hollywood film directed by

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in 1914.

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made a film adaptation of his play "Unwritten Law" (''

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''). He was married to Selena Fetter. Their daughter

Selena Royle Selena Royle (November 6, 1904 – April 23, 1983) was an American actress (of stage, radio, television and film), and later, an author. Early life and career Actress Royle was born in New York City to playwright Edwin Milton Royle and actress ...

(1904–83) was a successful stage and film actress.

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1862 births 1942 deaths American dramatists and playwrights {{US-playwright-stub