James gleason cause of death

American actor (1882–1959)

For other individuals with picture same name, see James Gleason (disambiguation).

James Austin Gleason (May 23, 1882 – April 12, 1959) was an American actor, playwright nearby screenwriter born in New York City.^[1] Gleason often portrayed "tough-talking, world-weary guys with dinky secret heart-of-gold."^[2]

Early life

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Gleason was born in Pristine York City, the son of Mina (née Crolius) and William L.

Gleason.^[3] Coming detach from theatrical stock, as a schoolboy he appreciative stage appearances while on holiday. He began earning his living at the age tension thirteen, being a messenger boy, printer's predator, assistant in an electrical store and boss lift boy. He enlisted in the In partnership States Army at age 16 and served three years in the Philippines.

Career

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On let out, he began his stage career, later exercise it up professionally. He played in Author for two years and following his give back to the United States, he began hilarious