Emory Bass (1925 - 2015)

Actor. He will be best remembered for originating the role of ‘James Wilson’ in the Broadway play “1776” (1969 to 1972). He repeated the part for the film adaptation of the same title in 1972. He became enthralled with the theater during his early youth and after receiving a degree in Journalism, he embarked on […]

James Baskett (1904 - 1948)

Actor. He is fondly remembered for his portrayal of ‘Uncle Remus’ in the 1946 Walt Disney live action/animated musical film “Song of the South” that was based on the Uncle Remus stories by Joel Chandler Harris. He studied pharmacology as a young man but gave it up to pursue an acting career. He moved to […]

Wolfe Barzell (1898 - 1969)

Polish-born stage, motion picture, and television actor of the 1930s through the 1960s. Appeared in many classic TV series such as “The Twilight Zone,” “Perry Mason,” and “Green Acres.” Uncle of stage and film producer Emanuel Azenberg. (bio by: A.J. Marik)  Family links:  Spouse:  Bertha Barzell (1902 – 1970)* *Calculated relationship

Andre Baruch (1908 - 1991)

Narrator, announcer, voice actor. His was the familiar voice of the Pathé News newsreels before and after WWII. In a career spanning 60 years, he provided the signature introduction for such radio programs as “The Shadow,” “Your Hit Parade,” and “The Kate Smith Hour.” He did the announcing for the Brooklyn Dodgers for a short […]

Steve Neal Barton (1954 - 2001)

Actor. He is best remembered for the role of Raoul, the dashing romantic lead in both the original London and Broadway productions of “The Phantom of the Opera.” He originated the role in London in 1986 and continued with it when it arrived in New York in 1988. Most of his career was spent in […]

James Barton (1890 - 1962)

Actor. Starting out as a vaudeville and Broadway performer,  he was playing older roles while only in his 40s.  He made his motion pictyre debut in “Captain Hurricane” (1935) and became a regular in Republic B westerns, among them “The Shepherd of the Hills” (1941),  starring John Wayne. His most memorable performances were as Kit […]

Gregg Barton (1912 - 2000)

American Actor. He appeared in “Joan of Arc” (1948), “Massacre River” (1949), “Mule Train” (1950), “Gene Autry and The Mounties” (1951), “Apache Country” (1952), and “The Maverick” (1952). He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII and was awarded the Silver Star during the battle of Iwo Jima.  Inscription:1ST LT Note: WORLD WAR II

Dan Barton (1921 - 2009)

Actor. Born Daniel Burton, he started his career in Chicago in the 1930s, on the radio series “Skippy”. During World War II he was a member of the US Army Special Services, entertaining troops in the European arena. After the war he appeared in the Broadway road stage production of “Mr. Roberts” before settling in […]

Norman H. Bartold (1928 - 1994)

Actor. Best remembered for his role as ‘Brett “Skip” Hollings on the television series, “Mr. Belvedere” from 1987 to 1989. Born in Alameda County, California, Bartold’s other roles include the films, “She’s Working Her Way Through College” (1952), “The Ten Commandments” (1956), “The Littlest Hobo” (1958), “The Busy Body” (1967), “Riot On Sunset Strip” (1967), […]

Michael Bartlett (1901 - 1978)

Actor, Singer. Born Edwin Alonzo Bartlett, in 1924 graduated from Princeton University in New Jersey, where he starred in Triangle Club musicals. He traveled to Italy to study opera and made his professional debut under the name Edoardo Bartelli. He returned to the United States and made his American debut singing the leading role in […]

Freddie Bartholomew (1924 - 1992)

Actor. Born Frederick Llewellyn March, as an infant he was handed into the care of his aunt, Millicent Bartholomew, by his disinterested parents. By the age of three, he had made his film debut, appearing in the British productions ‘Fascination’ in 1930 and ‘Lily Christine’ in 1932. In 1934 he and his aunt traveled to […]

Richard Semler Barthelmess (1895 - 1963)

Actor. He was one of the founders of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Born in New York City, New York, his father died when he was an infant and his mother was a stage actress. Growing up, he did theater work as a “walk-on” which eventually led to performing in amateur stage […]

Eddie Barth (1931 - 2010)

Actor. Born Edward Bartholetti, he was dubbed “Mr. Gravel” for his distinctive deep, raspy voice. Performing primarily on television, he is best remembered for his role as Detective Myron Fowler on the CBS series “Simon & Simon”,  from 1981 to 1989. He also had regular roles on “Shaft”, “Murder, She Wrote”, “Magnum P.I.”, “Civil Wars”, […]

Harry Bartell (1913 - 2004)

Radio and Television Actor, Announcer. He was one of the most prominent West Coast character actors from the early 1940s until the final end of network radio drama in the 1960s. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, he grew up in Houston, Texas where he graduated from high school and from Rice University in 1933. He […]

Yves Barsacq (1931 - 2015)

French Actor. Barsacq was a very prominent actor in French cinema over a sixty year span. He came from the theatrical business with his father being a famous production designer.  Barsacq went into acting first in the cinema and then in television, appearing in such works as “Thierry la Fronde” (1963-1966), “Arsene Lupin” (1973), “Le […]

William Barrymore (1899 - 1979)

Actor. Born Elia Bulakh, he was a successful performer who spent ten years starring in silent Western B movies. His many film credits included “Ridin’ Wild” (1925), “The Range Terror” (1925), “The Pony Express Rider” (1926), “The Border Cavalier” (1927), “Cheyenne Trials” (1928) and “Rawhide Romance” (1934). When motion pictures advanced to the sound era, […]

Maurice Barrymore (1849 - 1905)

Actor. Born Herbert Arthur Chamberlayne Blythe at Fort Agra, India, he studied at Harrow and Oxford in England before first appearing on the stage in London in “The London Assurance” in 1872. He made his United States debut in Boston in “Under the Gaslight” in 1875. He married the actress Georgiana Drew, daughter of actors […]

John Sidney Barrymore (1882 - 1942)

Actor. He made his stage debut at the age of 18 in one of his father’s productions, but he really wanted to be an artist. Educated at Kings College, Wimbledon, and New York’s Art Student League, he worked at the New York Evening Journal doing sketches. By 1905, he had given up being an artist […]

Wesley Barry (1907 - 1994)

Actor, Director, Producer. In over 60 movies from the 1910s to the 1940s. Barry is best remembered as ‘Ben Applegate’ in “The Country Kid” (1923) and ‘Sturrle’ in “Sunny Skies” (1930).

Fred Barry (1887 - 1964)

Actor. He appeared in the films “Tit Coq” (1953), and “Fridolinons” (1945). He also made guest appearances on the television series, “Burke’s Law-February 14, 1964, October 14, 1964, and September 27, 1963. Barry also was a member of the famous Quebec Troupe, ‘Barry-Duquesne.’ (bio by: K)

Donald “Red” Barry (1912 - 1980)

Actor. Born in Houston, Texas, he was best known for his role as Red Ryder in the successful 1940s “Adventures of Red Ryder” film series. By the 1950s, he was in supporting roles in many westerns such as “Gunfire”(1950), “My Outlaw Brother’ (1951), “Seven Men from Now” (1956) and “The Last Mile” (1959). His many […]

James O. Barrows (1855 - 1925)

Stage actor, also appeared in 29 films. (bio by: TLS)

Sgt Henry A. Barrows (1875 - 1945)

American Actor in films from 1913-1936. Sometimes credited as Harry Barrows, or H.A. Barrows, he appeared in numerous films from the silent era into early talkies. Among his films were “A Soldier’s Oath” (1915), “Quicksand” (1918), “The Wise Kid” (1922), “Captain Blood” (1924), and “Some Mother’s Boy” (1929). He was the father of actor George […]

Harry Barris (1905 - 1962)

Singer, Songwriter. Born in New York City, he was best known for being a member of the Rhythm Boys vocal trio which included singers Bing Crosby and Al Rinker. A professional pianist at 14, he began touring with his own group by 17. In 1926, he co-founded the Rhythm Boys vocal trio, wrote the hit […]

Rutland Barrington (1853 - 1922)

Actor. Born George Rutland Barrington-Fleet in Penge, Bromley, Kent, England, he was a popular stage and film actor. A member of the famous D’Oyly Carte Opera Company, he was considered one of it’s greatest members and one of the most famous and popular performers of the Victorian era. Barrington began performing the work of W.S. […]

Michael Barrington (1925 - 1988)

British Actor. He was born and died in London, England. Film and television credits include “The Picture of Dorian Gray,” “Edward the King,” “Porridge,” “The Rise and Rise of Michael Rimmer,” “Her Majesty’s Pleasure,” “The Victorians,” “The New Avengers,” “Doctor Who,” “Raffles,” “Z Cars,” “Dixon of Dock Green,” and “Coronation Street.” (bio by: Genet) Cause […]

Edgar Barrier (1907 - 1964)

Actor. He appeared in 15 television series/shows and 52 films including: “Escape,” “Comrade X,” “Journey Into Fear,” “Phantom of the Opera,” “Macbeth,” “The War of the Worlds,” and “Snow White and the Three Stooges.” (bio by: TLS)

Jean Louis Barrault (1910 - 1994)

French actor and director who with his wife founded a major theatrical company.  He appeared in such films as “The Children of Paradise” and “The Longest Day.”  He was married to actress Madeleine Renaud.  Family links:  Spouse:  Lucie Madeleine Renaud Barrault (1900 – 1994)* *Calculated relationship

Robert Harriot Barrat (1889 - 1970)

Actor. Born in New York City, he started his career on the Broadway stage and debuted on the big screen during the silent film era in “Her Own Way” (1915), followed by “The Wonder Man” (1920). Featured as a character performer in over a hundred films, his credits include “The Kennel Murder Case” (1933), “Captain […]

Sandy Irving Baron (1937 - 2001)

Actor, Comedian. After graduating from Brooklyn College, he pursued a career as a standup comedian, performing in the resort hotels of the Catskill Mountains in New York. He eventually landed several secondary roles in Broadway plays, including a part opposite Henry Fonda in the 1966 play “Generation. In the mid 1960s he released a comedy […]