

Chester Morris
Acting•Born February 16, 1901•Died September 11, 1970 (age 69)•New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Chester Morris (born John Chester Brooks Morris; February 16, 1901 – September 11, 1970) was an American stage, film, television, and radio actor. He had some prestigious film roles early in his career, and was nominated for an Academy Award. Chester Morris is best remembered today for portraying Boston Blackie, a criminal-turned-detective, in the modestly budgeted Boston Blackie film series of the 1940s.
Known For

7.5
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
TV Series1962

5.8
The Mike Douglas Show
TV Series1961

7.4
The Red Skelton Show
TV Series1951

6.0
Robert Montgomery Presents
TV Series1950

6.0
Robert Montgomery Presents
TV Series1950

5.7
Dr. Kildare
TV Series1961

6.2
Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre
TV Series1956

7.2
Rawhide
TV Series1959
Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayFebruary 16, 1901
Day of DeathSeptember 11, 1970
Place of BirthNew York City, New York, USA
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