Benny Burt was an American actor who is best known for The Abbott and Costello Show, Pick a Star, and Sweetheart of the Navy. He was born on March 26, 1900, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on May 27, 1980, in Hollywood, California, due to kidney failure.
Personal and Family Life
Benny was born as Benny Sachs in a vibrant city during the early 1900s. Details about his family and personal relationships are limited, but he developed a strong career in entertainment, which began in the late 1930s. He became well-known for his memorable roles in various films and television shows.
Career Highlights
Benny Burt had a prolific acting career spanning several decades. He appeared in numerous notable films, including a wide array of supporting roles in popular movies from the 1930s to the 1960s. His roles often included those of bartenders and other everyday characters, contributing to his familiar presence on screen.
Death and Legacy
Benny Burt died on May 27, 1980, at the age of 80 due to kidney failure. His contributions to the entertainment industry left an impact, especially through his performances in television and film. While not always credited in larger roles, his work remains appreciated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Cry Danger | 1951-02-23 | Bartender |
| Sea Racketeers | 1937-08-20 | Henchman Maxie |
| The Long Shot | 1939-01-06 | Joe Popopopolis |
| Hawaiian Buckaroo | 1938-01-14 | Mike |
| The Apartment | 1960-06-21 | Charlie – Bartender (uncredited) |
| Dick Tracy vs. Crime Inc. | 1941-12-27 | Nick |
| Three Strangers | 1946-01-28 | Drunken Stranger |
| Convicted | 1950-08-01 | Convict Blackie (uncredited) |
| Fighting Trouble | 1956-09-16 | Max Kling (uncredited) |
| Nocturne | 1946-10-29 | Keyboard Club Bartender |
| Love Nest | 1951-10-10 | Cab Driver (Uncredited) |
| Pick a Star | 1937-05-21 | Tony |
| The Steel Trap | 1952-11-12 | |
| M | 1951-03-01 | Jansen |
| The Asphalt Jungle | 1950-05-12 | Taxi Driver (uncredited) |
| A Star Is Born | 1954-10-01 | Courtroom Reporter (uncredited) |
| Blackboard Jungle | 1955-03-25 | Bartender (uncredited) |
| The Joker Is Wild | 1957-09-26 | Taxicab Driver (uncredited) |
| It’s a Big Country | 1951-11-20 | Soda Jerk (uncredited) |
| How to Marry a Millionaire | 1953-10-29 | Reporter (uncredited) |
| Chicago Confidential | 1957-08-30 | |
| The Enforcer | 1951-02-24 | |
| Let’s Make Love | 1960-09-08 | Cab driver (uncredited) |
| It’s Always Fair Weather | 1955-08-30 | Larry – Costumer (uncredited) |
| The Red Badge of Courage | 1951-09-27 | Union Soldier (uncredited) |