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Billy West
Acting
Born: September 22, 1892
Russia
Biography
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.
Known For

It Happened One Night
as Reporter (uncredited)

Ex-Lady
as Panhandler (uncredited)

Jimmy the Gent
as Halley (uncredited)

Picture Snatcher
as Reporter Stacy (uncredited)

She Couldn't Take It
as Reporter

Perfectly Mismated

The Shadow of the Eagle
as Bob the Clown

He Was Her Man
as Chick

The Defense Rests
as Reporter

Hallelujah, I'm a Bum
as Bum