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Edward Ellis

Nov 11, 1870 - Jul 26, 1952 (81 years old) in Coldwater, Michigan, USA

Character actor in films, often portraying strident types, he is best remembered cast as "The Thin Man" (actually, "Wynant") of the hit 1934 MGM film. He Ellis was active on Broadway as an actor, producer and playwright from 1905-32 (see "Other Works"). He died in Beverly Hills, CA at age 81 in 1952.

Known For

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Fury
Sheriff
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The Thin Man
Clyde Wynant
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The Texas Rangers
Major Bailey
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From Headquarters
Dr. Van de Water
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Man of Conquest
Andrew Jackson
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Winterset
Judge Gaunt
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Maid of Salem
Elder Goode
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Hi, Nellie!
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