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 |