George Chandler
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George Chandler (June 30, 1898 – June 10, 1985), born in Waukegan, Illinois, was an American actor. He made his screen debut in 1928, ultimately appearing, throughout his career, in over 140 films, usually in smaller supporting roles. Chandler is perhaps best known for playing the character of Uncle Petrie Martin on the television series Lassie.
Early in his performing career he had a vaudeville act, billed as "George Chandler, the Musical Nut", which fe
In addition to many film roles throughout the years 1928-1979, Chandler appeared, from 1951 onward, in numerous television series.
He was elected president of the Screen Actors Guild in 1960.
George Chandler died in Panorama City, California, the result of cancer, on June 10, 1985. He was 86.
Born
Jun 30, 1898
Waukegan, Illinois, USA
Died
Jun 10, 1985
Known For
Acting
Movies
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Known For
The Pirate
1948
as Carriage Driver (uncredited)
Nightmare Alley
1947
as Hobo at Stan's Left Hand (uncredited)
Libeled Lady
1936
as Bell Hop
Every Which Way but Loose
1978
as Clerk at D.M.V.
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
1939
as Reporter (uncredited)
Footlight Parade
1933
as Pharmacist (uncredited)
Escape to Witch Mountain
1975
as Grocer
The Ghost and Mr. Chicken
1966
as Judge Harley Nast
The Ox-Bow Incident
1943
as Jimmy Carnes (uncredited)
A Star Is Born
1937
as Deliveryman (uncredited)
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