Barney Oldfield was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Blonde Comet, The Speed Demon, and The First Auto. He was not only an actor but also a celebrated race car driver.
Personal and Family Life
Barney Oldfield was born on January 29, 1878, in Wauseon, Ohio. He was married to Bessie Gooby and had another marriage to Mrs. Hulda Rae Braden. He had multiple marriages during his life, with Bessie Gooby being one of his last spouses until his death in 1946.
Death and Legacy
Barney Oldfield passed away on October 4, 1946, in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, California. He left a significant mark in the automotive world and was inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame in 1968. His influence continues through his grandson, who runs Angelika Entertainment, an independent film distribution company in New York City.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Blonde Comet | 1941-12-26 | Himself |
| The First Auto | 1927-06-27 | The Master Driver |
| The Speed Kings | 1913-10-30 | Himself – a Race Car Driver |
| Barney Oldfield’s Race for a Life | 1913-06-02 | Barney Oldfield |
| Gadgets Galore | 1955-07-30 | Himself |
| Marlene Dietrich: Her Own Song | 2002-03-21 | Self |
| Speed in the Gay Nineties | 1932-04-03 | Barney Oldfield |
| Mistaken Identity | 1919-07-20 | |
| Young Oldfield | 1924-06-22 | Barney Oldfield |