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George Magrill

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George Magrill
Born(1900-01-05)January 5, 1900
DiedMay 31, 1952(1952-05-31) (aged 52)
OccupationActor
Years active1923-1952

George Magrill (January 5, 1900 – May 31, 1952) was an American film actor[1] who appeared in more than 320 films between 1923 and 1952.

Magrill performed on stage before he began to work in films.[1] Besides his acting, Magrill worked as a stunt man in films. He also served in the Navy and became a lightweight boxing champion in that service branch.[2]

Magrill was born in Brooklyn, New York, was married to Ramona Oliver, and had a daughter named Marilynn. On May 31, 1952, Magrill died in Los Angeles, California.[2]

Partial filmography

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References

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  1. ^ a b George A. Katchmer (May 8, 2002). A Biographical Dictionary of Silent Film Western Actors and Actresses. McFarland. p. 228. ISBN 978-1-4766-0905-8.
  2. ^ a b "George Magrill". The New York Times. June 3, 1952. p. 29. Retrieved December 29, 2020 – via ProQuest.
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