Chester Morris

Chester Morris

Acting16th February 1901(died at 69)New York City, New York, USA118 titles

Chester Morris (born John Chester Brooks Morris; February 16, 1901 – September 11, 1970) was an American stage, film, television, and radio actor. He had some prestigious film roles early in his career, and was nominated for an Academy Award. Chester Morris is best remembered today for portraying Boston Blackie, a criminal-turned-detective, in the modestly budgeted Boston Blackie film series of the 1940s.

Born

16th February 1901 · New York City, New York, USA

Died

11th September 1970

Known for

Acting

Also known as

John Chester Brooks Morris

Links

IMDb

Known for

The Great White Hope

MovieDrama

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Meet Boston Blackie

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Filmography

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