Bud Linn was an American actor best known for his work with the King’s Men quartet and appearances in films like “The Wizard of Oz” and “Honolulu.” He was born on April 30, 1909, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and passed away on July 31, 1968, in Thousand Oaks, California.
Personal and Family Life
Bud Linn was married to Dorothy Lee (Dodie) Woodbury from April 26, 1932, until his death in 1968. They had three daughters, Penelope, Kathy, and Susan, who formed the singing group known as the “Linn Sisters.” Besides his musical career, Bud was also the first Director for the YMCA in Thousand Oaks.
Career Highlights
A talented singer, Bud Linn began his career with the King’s Men quartet in 1930. The group gained fame for their vocal performances with various orchestras, including the Paul Whiteman Orchestra. They appeared in numerous films and were recognized for providing the off-screen voices for the Lollipop Guild in “The Wizard of Oz.” Bud also worked with Disney Studios on several projects during his career.
Death and Legacy
Bud Linn passed away due to coronary occlusion on July 31, 1968. His contributions to music and film, especially as part of the King’s Men, left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. He is remembered for his performances and the influence he had on his daughters’ musical careers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Brave Engineer | 1950-03-03 | Himself |
| Going Hollywood | 1933-12-22 | Member – The King’s Men |
| Honolulu | 1939-02-03 | Harpo (uncredited) |
| Stagecoach War | 1940-07-12 | Outlaw |
| Renegade Trail | 1939-07-25 | Rider |
| Law of the Pampas | 1939-11-03 | The King’s Men Member |
| The Showdown | 1940-03-08 | Rider |
| The Kansan | 1943-09-10 | Member – The King’s Men |
| For Me and My Gal | 1942-10-21 | Member – The King’s Men (uncredited) |
| Let’s Go Native | 1930-08-15 | Quartet Singer (as The King’s Men) (uncredited) |
| Margie | 1946-10-15 | Off-Screen Singer (voice) (uncredited) |
| The Martins and the Coys | 1946-08-15 | The King’s Men |
| Two-Faced Woman | 1941-12-31 | Member – The King’s Men (uncredited) |
| Remember the Night | 1940-01-19 | Nightclub Singer #4 (uncredited) |