Buff Brady

Buff Brady was an American actor best known for his roles in Escape from New York, Silverado, and Mystery Men. He was born on April 8, 1918, in Butte, Montana, USA, and he passed away on April 15, 2004, in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Personal and Family Life

Buff Brady, whose real name was John Brady, was the son of rodeo performer Buff Brady, also known as “Big Buffalo” Brady. Growing up in a family involved in rodeo, he had a strong connection to the Western lifestyle, which influenced his acting career.

Career

Brady achieved considerable recognition in the film industry with his work in various westerns and action films. His career spanned several decades, and he became known for his skills as a rodeo trick rider as well as an actor. In 1992, he was inducted into the Rodeo Hall of Fame, highlighting his contributions to the rodeo and entertainment worlds.

Death and Legacy

Buff Brady died on April 15, 2004, leaving behind a legacy as an actor and rodeo performer. His contributions to film and rodeo continue to be remembered, and his unique background helped bridge the gap between these two worlds.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
The Big Country 1958-09-30 Dude Hannassey
Yellowstone Kelly 1959-11-11 Helmsman (uncredited)
The Hallelujah Trail 1965-06-23 Bilkins
Rodeo King and the Senorita 1951-07-15 Pablo Morales
Bullet for a Badman 1964-09-01 Regas (uncredited)
There Was a Crooked Man… 1970-09-18 Nolan
The Last Ride of the Dalton Gang 1979-11-20 Buffalo Bill
Marvels of Motion: A 1930-12-31
Laredo 1965-09-16
Have Gun, Will Travel 1957-09-14
Dick Powell’s Zane Grey Theatre 1956-10-05 Roper (uncredited)
F Troop 1965-09-14
Beauty and the Beast 1987-09-25
The Wild Wild West 1965-09-17
The Loner 1965-09-18
Cimarron Strip 1967-09-07
Bat Masterson 1958-10-08 Guard
The Green Hornet 1966-09-09 Guard