Eddie Collins was an American actor who is best known for his roles in The Blue Bird, Charlie Chan in Honolulu, and Quick Millions. Born on January 30, 1883, in Atlantic City, New Jersey, he gained popularity during his time in vaudeville before transitioning to film.
Personal and Family Life
Eddie Collins was married to actress Florence Wilmot on September 17, 1921, and they remained together until his death in 1940. Although details about their personal life are limited, Collins was known for his work in entertainment before making a successful shift to film acting. He was married for nearly two decades at the time of his passing.
Career Highlights
Collins performed the voice of Dopey in Disney’s animated classic, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, released in 1937. He is perhaps best recognized as Tylo, the dog, in The Blue Bird, which premiered in 1940. He had a flourishing career that began in vaudeville, showcasing his talents before appearing in a variety of films from 1938 onwards.
Death and Legacy
Eddie Collins passed away on September 2, 1940, in Arcadia, California, due to a heart attack, just seventeen days after the release of The Return of Frank James. His voice work and memorable performances have left a lasting impact on the film industry, especially in classic Disney animations. His roles continue to be celebrated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs | 1937-12-21 | Dopey / Chipmunk and Squirrel Sneezes (voice) (uncredited) |
| Charlie Chan in Honolulu | 1938-12-30 | Al Hogan |
| Charlie Chan in Reno | 1939-06-16 | Cab Driver |
| The Blue Bird | 1940-01-15 | Tylo (the dog) |
| Young Mr. Lincoln | 1939-06-09 | Efe Turner |
| Alexander’s Ragtime Band | 1938-05-24 | Corporal Collins |
| Hollywood Cavalcade | 1939-10-13 | Keystone Cop Driver |
| Drums Along the Mohawk | 1939-11-10 | Christian Reall |
| Heaven with a Barbed Wire Fence | 1939-11-03 | Bill – Counterman |
| Always in Trouble | 1938-10-28 | Uncle Ed Mulligan |
| Little Miss Broadway | 1938-07-29 | Band Member |
| Sally, Irene and Mary | 1938-03-04 | Ship’s Captain |
| Josette | 1938-06-03 | Customs Inspector (uncredited) |
| News Is Made at Night | 1939-07-20 | Billiard |
| Stop, Look and Love | 1939-09-22 | Dinty |
| The Return of Frank James | 1940-08-10 | Station Agent |
| Diamond Jim | 1935-09-01 | Bicycle Act |
| Penrod and His Twin Brother | 1938-02-26 | Captain |
| In Old Chicago | 1938-04-15 | Drunk |
| Down on the Farm | 1938-10-11 | Cyrus Sampson |
| Souvenir | 1994-12-09 | Metge Hospital |
| Up the River | 1938-12-09 | Fisheye Conroy |
| Quick Millions | 1939-08-25 | Henry ‘Beaver’ Howard |
| Kentucky Moonshine | 1938-05-20 | ‘Spats’ Swanson |