William ‘Wee Willie’ Davis

William ‘Wee Willie’ Davis was an American actor known for his roles in The Asphalt Jungle, Reap the Wild Wind, and Swanee River. He was born on December 7, 1906, in New York City, New York, and passed away on April 9, 1981, in Louisville, Kentucky.

Personal and Family Life

William Grundy Davis, commonly known as Wee Willie Davis, had a background in professional wrestling during the 1930s before transitioning into acting. He later became a wrestling promoter in the Louisville area. Details about his personal life and family are not widely documented.

Career

Davis enjoyed a varied career in film, making appearances in several notable productions during the 1940s and 1950s. His roles ranged from minor characters to supporting parts, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Besides acting, he had a notable career in wrestling, which influenced his later roles in film.

Death and Legacy

Wee Willie Davis died on April 9, 1981, in Louisville, Kentucky. His contributions to both wrestling and film have left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry, earning him recognition in both fields. Although not widely known today, his work continues to be appreciated by fans of classic cinema and wrestling.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Arabian Nights 1942-12-25 Valda
Reap the Wild Wind 1942-03-26 The Lamb
The Asphalt Jungle 1950-05-12 Timmons
Pursuit to Algiers 1945-10-26 Gubek
Having Wonderful Crime 1945-04-12 Zacharias, the Porter
Son of Paleface 1952-07-14 Blacksmith
Samson and Delilah 1949-12-21 Garmiskar
Gentleman Jim 1942-11-14 Flannagan (uncredited)
Abbott and Costello in the Foreign Legion 1950-08-05 Abdullah
Wildfire 1945-07-18 Moose Harris
Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves 1944-01-14 Arab Giant (uncredited)
To Catch a Thief 1955-08-03 Big Man in Kitchen (uncredited)
Above Suspicion 1943-05-31 Hans (Uncredited)
Johnny Come Lately 1943-09-03 Bouncer
Mighty Joe Young 1949-07-27 Strongman (uncredited)
Bowery Bombshell 1946-07-20 Moose McCall (as Wee Willie Davis)
Fool’s Gold 1946-10-09 Blackie
Gypsy Wildcat 1944-08-02 Dota
The Red Pony 1949-03-08 Truck driver