Harry Wilson was an American actor best known for his roles in Some Like It Hot, Frankenstein’s Daughter, and One Million B.C. Born on November 22, 1897, in London, England, he had a long career in film and television, often appearing in character parts.
Personal and Family Life
Harry Wilson was a professional wrestler before becoming an actor. He had a grandson named Shauna Bloom. Additionally, he worked for around 25 years as a stand-in and double for actor Wallace Beery.
Career
Wilson had an extensive acting career that spanned nearly two decades, appearing in almost 200 films. He was noted for his distinctive gravelly and raspy voice, which was a trademark of his performances.
Death and Legacy
Harry Wilson passed away on September 6, 1978, in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California. His legacy endures through his memorable roles in classic films and his contributions to both wrestling and cinematic history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Dark Horse | 1932-06-16 | Man in Jail Cell |
| The Best Man Wins | 1935-01-14 | Seaman |
| Frankenstein’s Daughter | 1958-12-15 | The Monster |
| The Tip-Off | 1931-10-16 | Hood at Scarno’s |
| The Buccaneer | 1958-12-11 | Pirate with Eyepatch |
| Way for a Sailor | 1930-11-01 | Navy Man in Brawl |
| Shadow of the Law | 1930-06-06 | Convict |
| After the Dance | 1935-06-25 | Convict |
| Lazy River | 1934-03-16 | Prisoner |
| The Phantom Creeps | 1939-01-07 | Schooner Crewman |
| Some Like It Hot | 1959-03-19 | Spats’ Henchman |
| Native Land | 1942-05-11 | Eugene Poulnot |
| Robin and the 7 Hoods | 1964-06-24 | Gisborne’s Hood |
| Batman | 1943-07-16 | Henchman |