Billy West

Billy West

Born 22 September 1892 in Russia

Died 21 July 1975 (aged 82)

Billy West (September 22, 1892 – July 21, 1975) was a film actor, producer, and director. Active during the silent film era, he is best known as a semi-successful Charlie Chaplin impersonator. Beyond acting, he also directed shorts in the 1910s and 20s, as well as produced films. West ultimately retired in 1935.

Actor

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1934
It Happened One Night Reporter (uncredited)
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1933
Gold Diggers of 1933 Medal Winner - 'Remember My Forgotten Man' Number (uncredited)
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1934
Jimmy the Gent Halley (uncredited)
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1933
Picture Snatcher Reporter Stacy (uncredited)

Producer

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1925
Stick Around Producer
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1925
Hop to It! Producer
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1926
Happy Days Producer
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Rivals Producer

Director

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1924
Not Wanted Director
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1925
Fiddlin' Around Director
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1924
Line's Busy Director
Hello Bill
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1923
Hello Bill Director

Writer

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1924
Line's Busy Writer
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1922
Don't Be Foolish Writer
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1919
Rolling Stone Writer