Blackie Whiteford
| Blackie Whiteford | |
|---|---|
| Born |
April 27, 1889 New York, New York, United States |
| Died |
March 21, 1962 (aged 72) Hollywood, California, United States |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1928-1962 |
John P. "Blackie" Whiteford (April 27, 1889 – March 21, 1962) was an American film actor. He appeared in 275 films between 1928 and 1962. A career character actor,[1] Whiteford is best known for appearing in 28 films with The Three Stooges between 1936 and 1956.[2]
In 1903, Whiteford was a seaman between jobs when he was offered a chance to work on The Great Train Robbery film. That opportunity launched his cinematic career, which eventually included more than 2,000 films..[3]Estell Wills a
Whiteford was married to Estelle Wills, an actress.[3]
He was born in New York, New York and died in Hollywood, California.
Selected filmography
- The Way of the Strong (1928) (uncredited)
- The Tiger's Shadow (1928)
- King Kong (1933)
- Whoops, I'm an Indian! (1936)
- Grips, Grunts and Groans (1937)
- Out West (1947)
- Hold That Lion! (1947) - Train passenger (uncredited)
- Crime on Their Hands (1948)
- Three Hams on Rye (1950)
- Up in Daisy's Penthouse (1953)
- Pals and Gals (1954)
References
- ↑ "Blackie Whiteford". b-westerns.com. Retrieved 6 December 2012.
- ↑ "Cast Member : Blackie Whiteford". threestooges.net. Retrieved 6 December 2012.
- 1 2 Quigg, Jack (November 9, 1950). "Rough-Looking Blackie Whiteford Still Going Strong After 2,000 Films". St. Petersburg Times. p. 58. Retrieved 8 June 2016.
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