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Ernest Truex
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Actor Born: September 19, 1890 in Rich Hill, MO Death: June 26, 1973 in Falbrook, CA Biography:American actor "Ernest Truex" fulfilled the dream of many a performer by playing Hamlet--at age six, in a kiddie talent show. A professional from adolescence onward, Truex appeared in several plays produced by the legendary "David Belasco", including a "character juvenile" in The Good Little Devil, in which he supported "Mary Pickford". "Good Little Devil" served as Truex's film debut in 1914, though it would be at least fifteen years and numerous plays later before he'd tackle the movies on a fulltime basis. During the '20s, Truex gained so much popularity in light domestic comedies that several writers concocted vehicles especially for him. Usually cast in wistful, milquetoast roles, Truex in real life was fiercely competitive, much to the chagrin of directors and writers who had to fight tooth and nail to keep Truex from hogging every scene he was in. Talking pictures allowed Truex a few leading... Full Biography
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