Billy McClain


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Actor

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia William C. ("Billy") McClain (12 October 1866 – 19 January 1950) was an African-American acrobat, comedian and actor who starred in minstrel shows before World War I. He wrote, produced and directed several major stage and outdoor extravaganzas, and wrote a number of popular songs. He was influential in extending the range of minstrel shows far beyond the traditional conventions of the time, giving them appeal to much wider audiences. He toured in the USA,...

Place of Birth: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Date of Birth: Oct 12, 1866

Date of Death: Jan 19, 1950


Filmography

Actor (6 Known Credits)


Undercurrent

Uncle Ben

Devil's Island

Governor's Servant

Espionage Agent

Manservant at Ball

Kentucky

Zeke

Undercurrent (1946)
Uncle Ben
Governor's Servant
Manservant at Ball
Kentucky (1938)
Zeke
Black Aces (1937)
Cook
Diamond Jim (1935)
Cook

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