Chick Collins was an American actor who is best known for Sullivan’s Travels, Voice in the Night, and The Good Humor Man. Born as John Lawrence Collins on December 3, 1898, in Brooklyn, New York, he had a notable career in film and television.
Personal and Family Life
Chick Collins was married to Winifred Farson from March 17, 1919, until her death on May 22, 1962. He was a frequent stand-in for actor Fredric March and had a unique role in the film “My Man Godfrey,” where he famously carried Carole Lombard up the stairs for William Powell.
Death and Legacy
Chick Collins passed away from lung cancer on November 25, 1981, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to the film industry, particularly in various supporting roles, left a mark in classic Hollywood cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Valiant Is the Word for Carrie | 1936-10-06 | Driver |
| Mr. Moto Takes a Vacation | 1939-07-07 | Driver of Armored Car (uncredited) |
| Sergeant Madden | 1939-03-24 | Rackteer #1 |
| Broadway Melody of 1940 | 1940-02-09 | Sailor (uncredited) |
| Little Old New York | 1940-02-09 | Captain of the ‘Clermont’ |
| The Good Humor Man | 1950-03-24 | Fats |
| Sullivan’s Travels | 1941-11-30 | Capital |
| Ten Gentlemen from West Point | 1942-06-26 | Lacrosse Player (uncredited) |
| Million Dollar Legs | 1932-07-08 | The Jumper (uncredited) |
| Quiet Please, Murder | 1943-03-19 | Webley |
| Dr. Gillespie’s Criminal Case | 1943-05-08 | Convict (uncredited) |
| Home Cured | 1926-03-14 | |
| Singin’ in the Rain | 1952-04-09 | Fencer (uncredited) |
| Peaceful Oscar | 1927-01-30 | The Butcher Boy |
| Fallen Angel | 1945-11-15 | Second Bus Driver (uncredited) |
| Listen Judge | 1952-05-06 | Officer Casey (uncredited) |