Charles Smith was an American actor known for his roles in films like The Shop Around the Corner, A Guy Named Joe, and Yankee Doodle Dandy. He gained popularity in the 1940s and 1950s, often portraying comedic characters that left a lasting impression.
Personal and Family Life
Charles Smith was born on September 13, 1920, in Flint, Michigan. He spent most of his career in Hollywood, where he developed a reputation as a reliable character actor with a knack for buffoonish roles. While details about his personal life remain limited, his passion for acting was evident in his numerous performances throughout the decades.
Career Highlights
Smith’s career included memorable performances in various films and television shows. He became well-known for his recurring role as Dizzy Stevens in the Henry Aldrich film series. His versatility allowed him to play both leading and supporting roles, contributing significantly to the projects he was involved in, particularly in comedies.
Death and Legacy
Charles Smith passed away on December 26, 1988, in Burbank, California, due to a heart attack. His contributions to the film industry are remembered fondly, especially his work in classic Hollywood comedies. Smith’s legacy lives on through his films, which continue to entertain audiences today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Shop Around the Corner | 1940-01-12 | Rudy |
| Down in San Diego | 1941-08-01 | Crawford Cortland |
| A Guy Named Joe | 1943-12-24 | Sanderson |
| The Major and the Minor | 1942-09-16 | Cadet Korner |
| Henry Aldrich, Editor | 1942-09-01 | Dizzy Stevens |
| Wake Up and Dream | 1946-12-02 | Carl |
| Adventure in Baltimore | 1949-04-19 | Fred Beehouse |
| Adventure in Washington | 1941-05-29 | Collins |
| Suddenly | 1954-09-17 | Bebop |
| Johnny Tremain | 1957-06-19 | Caleb |
| Three Little Girls in Blue | 1946-09-03 | Mike Bailey |
| Henry Aldrich Gets Glamour | 1943-04-30 | Dizzy Stevens |
| Henry Aldrich for President | 1941-10-17 | Dizzy Stevens |
| Henry Aldrich Swings It | 1943-06-23 | Dizzy Stevens |
| Henry Aldrich Haunts a House | 1943-11-10 | Dizzy Stevens |
| Henry and Dizzy | 1942-06-05 | Basil A. “Dizzy” Stevens |
| Henry Aldrich, Boy Scout | 1944-01-13 | Basil “Dizzy” Stevens |
| Henry Aldrich Plays Cupid | 1944-04-01 | Dizzy |
| Henry Aldrich’s Little Secret | 1944-06-10 | Dizzy Stevens |
| Babes in Arms | 1939-10-10 | Shy Youth (uncredited) |
| Nancy Drew… Reporter | 1939-02-18 | Charles, Journalism Student (uncredited) |
| Youth on Parade | 1942-10-24 | Willie Webster |
| The Happy Years | 1950-07-07 | Student |
| A Girl, a Guy, and a Gob | 1941-03-14 | Messenger |
| San Fernando Valley | 1944-09-15 | Oliver Griffith |
| Hired Wife | 1940-09-13 | Leo – Office Boy |
| Tom Brown’s School Days | 1940-06-26 | Diggs |
| Behind the News | 1940-12-20 | John Grant |
| Second Chorus | 1941-01-03 | College Boy with Zinc Oxide on His Nose (uncredited) |
| Love Thy Neighbor | 1940-12-27 | Pageboy |
| Campus Honeymoon | 1948-02-01 | Benjie Briggs |
| Cafe Society | 1939-03-03 | Office Boy |
| The Trouble with Women | 1947-06-25 | Ulysses S. Jones |
| Dive Bomber | 1941-08-30 | Bellboy (uncredited) |
| Out of the Blue | 1947-04-21 | Elevator Operator |
| Two Weeks with Love | 1950-11-10 | Eddie Gavin |
| Rhythm Inn | 1951-02-11 | Eddie Thompson |
| Father of the Bride | 1950-05-18 | Usher (uncredited) |
| Out of This World | 1945-07-13 | Charlie Briggs |
| God Is My Co-Pilot | 1945-04-07 | Pvt. Motley |
| Private Affairs | 1940-07-05 | Walter (uncredited) |
| The French Line | 1954-02-08 | Reporter (uncredited) |
| Salute for Three | 1943-03-17 | |
| My Dog the Thief | 1969-09-21 | Hamburger Cook |
| You’re Telling Me | 1942-05-03 | Bill, Mimograph Operator |
| The Stooge | 1951-11-15 | Soda Jerk (uncredited) |
| Two Blondes and a Redhead | 1947-11-05 | Miles Bradbury |
| In the Good Old Summertime | 1949-07-29 | Male Quartette Member (uncredited) |
| Good Times | 1967-04-11 | Telegrapher |
| The Andy Griffith Show | 1960-10-03 | Counterman |