Billy West
Born: 1892-09-22
Birthplace: Russia
Biography
Billy West (September 22, 1892 – July 21, 1975) was a film actor, producer, and director. Active during the silent film era, he is best known as a semi-successful Charlie Chaplin impersonator. Beyond acting, he also directed shorts in the 1910s and 20s, as well as produced films. West ultimately retired in 1935.
Known For
It Happened One Night
Gold Diggers of 1933
He Was Her Man
Ex-Lady
Jimmy the Gent
Picture Snatcher
Charlie Chaplin, The Genius of Liberty
The Defense Rests
The Shadow of the Eagle
Back Stage
Top Movie Credits
It Happened One Night
Reporter (uncredited)
Gold Diggers of 1933
Medal Winner - 'Remember My Forgotten Man' Number (uncredited)
He Was Her Man
Chick
Ex-Lady
Panhandler (uncredited)
Jimmy the Gent
Halley (uncredited)
Picture Snatcher
Reporter Stacy (uncredited)
Charlie Chaplin, The Genius of Liberty
archive footage
The Defense Rests
Reporter
The Shadow of the Eagle
Bob the Clown
Back Stage
Props