Cordell Hickman was an American actor who is best known for The Biscuit Eater, Tales of Manhattan, and Tarzan’s Secret Treasure. He was born on November 13, 1932, in Oklahoma, USA, and passed away on August 30, 1996, in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Cordell Hickman grew up in Oklahoma before moving on to pursue his acting career. Little is known about his family life, but he became recognized as a child actor during the 1940s.
Career
Hickman’s acting career took off when he was just a child, appearing in several notable films during the 1940s. He portrayed various characters, showcasing his talent and versatility as an actor in movies such as The Biscuit Eater and Tarzan’s Secret Treasure. He is remembered for his significant contributions to early cinema.
Death and Legacy
Cordell Hickman died on August 30, 1996, in Los Angeles, California. His work in film continues to be appreciated by audiences and film historians alike, preserving his legacy as a talented child actor from a bygone era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Tarzan’s Secret Treasure | 1941-12-01 | Tumbo |
| Mokey | 1942-04-01 | Booker T. Cumby |
| The Biscuit Eater | 1940-05-24 | Text Lee |
| West of Cimarron | 1941-12-15 | Rastus Brown |
| Tale of a Dog | 1944-04-15 | Big Shot Jones |
| Young Widow | 1946-03-01 | Black Boy (Uncredited) |
| Arabian Nights | 1942-12-25 | Black Boy (Uncredited) |
| Tales of Manhattan | 1942-08-05 | Little Nicodemus (Robeson sequence) |