Eddie Barefield was an American actor who is best known for Gangsters on the Loose, Amerikanische Impressionen, and The Singing Kid.
Personal and Family Life
Eddie Barefield was born on December 12, 1909, in Scandia, Iowa. He was married to Consuelo Harris until his death on January 4, 1991. Barefield was not only an actor; he was also an accomplished jazz pianist, saxophonist, and arranger.
Career Highlights
During the 1930s and 1940s, Eddie was active with big bands and smaller musical groups. He played with notable figures like Fletcher Henderson and Cab Calloway. In the 1950s and 1960s, he was heavily involved in theater, and by the 1970s, he performed regularly in the house band for the Ringling Brothers, Barnum & Bailey Circus.
Death and Legacy
Eddie Barefield passed away on January 4, 1991, in New York City. His contributions to music and performance left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry, particularly in the jazz and theater scenes.
Filmography
| Role | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Actor | Amerikanische Impressionen | 1960 |
| Actor | Gangsters on the Loose | 1937 |
| Cab Calloway’s Tenor Saxophonist (uncredited) | The Singing Kid | 1936 |
| Musical Director | Amerikanische Impressionen | 1960 |
| Music (uncredited) | Alice in Wonderland | 2010 |