Harland Sanders was an American actor who is best known for Blast-Off Girls, The Phynx, and What’s My Line?. He was born on September 9, 1890, in Henryville, Indiana, USA, and died on December 16, 1980, in Louisville, Kentucky, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Harland Sanders was married twice. His first marriage was to Josephine King, with whom he had three children, but they divorced in 1947. He later married Claudia Ledington on November 18, 1948, and remained with her until his death in 1980.
Death and Legacy
Harland Sanders passed away due to pneumonia on December 16, 1980. He left behind a legacy as a beloved figure in American culture, particularly known for his role as the founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC). His persona, including his white suit and black-rimmed glasses, became iconic, symbolizing fast-food entrepreneurship.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hell’s Bloody Devils | 1970-05-28 | Colonel Sanders (uncredited) |
| The Big Mouth | 1967-07-12 | Himself (uncredited) |
| Blast-Off Girls | 1967-10-05 | Himself |
| The Phynx | 1970-03-06 | Col. Sanders (as Colonel Harland Sanders) |