Russell Gleason
Acting•Born February 6, 1908•Died December 26, 1945 (age 37)•Portland, Oregon, USA
Biography
Russell Gleason (February 6, 1908 – December 25, 1945) was an American actor who began his career at the very beginning of the talking film era. Born into an acting family, one of his earliest roles was in the 1930 classic film, All Quiet on the Western Front. While still in the middle of a successful acting career, Gleason joined the U.S. Army in late 1943, during World War II. While awaiting deployment to Europe in December 1945 in New York City, Gleason fell to his death from a hotel window. He was the son of actors Lucille and James Gleason.
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Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayFebruary 6, 1908
Day of DeathDecember 26, 1945
Place of BirthPortland, Oregon, USA
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