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George Cleveland
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia George Alan Cleveland (September 17, 1885 – July 15, 1957) was a Canadian film actor. He appeared in more than 180 films between 1933 and 1954. Cleveland is perhaps best remembered today as George "Gramps" Miller in the early years of the long running US series Lassie. The early seasons in which Cleveland appeared were retitled Jeff's Collie for syndicated reruns and DVD release. He played the grumpy but-kind hearted father-in-law of farm woman Ellen Miller (Jan Clayton), and grandfather of Lassie's owner, Jeff (Tommy Rettig). Cleveland appeared in the first three seasons (1954–1956) and in the first 12 episodes of the fourth season (1957). His death in July 1957 was written into the 13th episode of the fourth season (1957) and became the storyline motive for the selling of the farm and the departure of the Millers for Capitol City.
Known For

The Spoilers
as Banty

The Star Packer
as Jake

Dakota
as Mr. Plummer

Blue Steel
as Hank - Innkeeper

The Man from Utah
as Nevada Sheriff

Man from Music Mountain
as Sheriff Hal Darcey

Flash Gordon
as Professor Hensley

The Yellow Rose of Texas
as Captain 'Cap' Joe

Prison Break
as Ding

Convict's Code
as Gas Station Attendant