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George Chandler
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia 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 featured comedy and his violin. He served in the United States Army during World War I. 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.
Known For
The Mask of Diijon
as Diner Counterman (Uncredited)
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
as Self (archive footage)
Every Which Way but Loose
as Clerk at D.M.V.
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
as Reporter (uncredited)
A Star Is Born
as Deliveryman (uncredited)
It Happened Tomorrow
as Bob
The Ox-Bow Incident
as Jimmy Carnes (uncredited)
The Return of Frank James
as Roy
Somebody Loves Me
as Stagehand
The High and the Mighty
as Ben Sneed
