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Gilbert M. Anderson
1880 – 1971
About this person
Wikipedia SummaryGilbert M. "Broncho Billy" Anderson was an American actor, writer, film director, and film producer, who was the first star of the Western film genre. He was a founder and star for Essanay studios. In 1958, he received a special Academy Award for being a pioneer of the film industry.
Biographical & Professional Details
Date of birth
March 21, 1880
Little Rock
Date of death
January 20, 1971
Woodland Hills
Citizenship
United States
Occupations & fields
actorfilm directorscreenwriterfilm producerstage actorfilm actor
Awards & honours
Academy Honorary Awardstar on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Notable works
The Great Train Robbery
- Field and occupation
- americký filmový herec a režisér
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