John ‘Skins’ Miller was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Men of San Quentin (1942), The Time of Your Life (1948), and The Last Express (1938). He was born on November 6, 1890, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and passed away on July 15, 1956, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
John ‘Skins’ Miller had a humble beginning, growing up in Philadelphia. He was listed in the 1940 U.S. Census as having completed only seventh grade, which highlights his modest education background. Despite this, he pursued a career in acting that spanned several decades.
Death and Legacy
Miller died on July 15, 1956, in Los Angeles, leaving behind a legacy that includes many film roles. His performances, though often in minor roles, helped shape the fabric of early American cinema. He is remembered for his contributions to the film industry during a time of significant change.
Filmography
Title
Release Date
Character
The Time of Your Life
1948-09-03
Tippler
We Who Are About to Die
1937-01-08
Macy
Maybe It’s Love
1935-01-12
Elevator Operator (uncredited)
Biography of a Bachelor Girl
1935-01-04
Man in Irish’s Store (uncredited)
Heritage of the Desert
1939-06-23
Postmaster John Twerk
The Return of Doctor X
1939-11-23
Newspaper Vendor (uncredited)
All the King’s Men
1949-11-16
Drunk at Football Game (uncredited)
The Devil’s Saddle Legion
1937-08-14
Spooks Wilkins
Son of a Sailor
1933-11-29
Sailor (uncredited)
Torchy Blane.. Playing with Dynamite
1939-08-12
San Francisco Taxi Driver (uncredited)
Three Men from Texas
1940-11-15
Herman
King of the Lumberjacks
1940-04-13
‘Cooky’, the Camp Cook
The Texas Rangers Ride Again
1940-12-13
Station Attendant (uncredited)
Sunset Boulevard
1950-08-10
Hog-Eye Electrician (uncredited)
It’s in the Air
1935-10-10
Skinny (uncredited)
The Merry Widow
1934-11-02
Drunken Man (uncredited)
San Francisco
1936-06-26
Man on Stretcher (uncredited)
You May Be Next!
1936-02-05
Man with Duck Act (uncredited)
Stand Up and Cheer!
1934-05-04
Hill-Billy
Internes Can’t Take Money
1937-04-16
Weasel (uncredited)
Sophie Lang Goes West
1937-09-10
Passenger
Central Airport
1933-04-15
Hotel Desk Clerk #2 (uncredited)
Heroes for Sale
1933-06-17
Angry Laundry Worker (uncredited)
Something to Sing About
1937-09-30
Dancer in Drag in ‘Deck Number’ (as Skins Miller)
Gift of Gab
1934-09-01
Stooge (uncredited)
Transatlantic Merry-Go-Round
1934-11-02
Sound Effects Man in Grand Hotel Spoof (uncredited)