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 |