Curtis McHenry
Curtis 'Snowball' McHenry (April 4, 1899 – July 24, 1934) was an American stuntman and comedian, who appeared in Larry Semon comedies in the 1920s.[1]
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| Born | April 4, 1899 Ruston, Louisiana, U.S. |
| Died | July 24, 1934 (aged 35) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Other names | G. Howe Black |
| Occupation | Actor |
Early life
McHenry was born in Ruston, Louisiana on April 4, 1899, according to his World War I draft card. However, his death certificate said he was born on "April 4, 1900".[1]
With Larry Semon
He appeared in several Larry Semon films like Lightning Love (1923) and Kid Speed (1924). His best known role is as Snowball in The Wizard of Oz, who spends much of the film in a lion costume and running away from things. He is sometimes confused with Spencer Bell, who also played opposite Semon in numerous comedy shorts of the time that was credited as "G. Howe Black" just like McHenry.[1]
Partial filmography
- Pocahontas and John Smith (1924)
- Robinson Crusoe (1924)
- The Wizard of Oz (1925)
- Stop, Look and Listen (1926)
- The Lyin' Tamer (1926)
- The Great K & A Train Robbery (1926)
- Isle of Sunken Gold (1927)
- Goofy Ghosts (1928)
References
- "Curtis McHenry". lordheath.com. 11 July 2020. Retrieved 23 March 2021.
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