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Writer
Occupations
Playwright, Writer, Screenwriter
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(Saturday)
Died
Birthplace
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
Name Origin
English < Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
Popularity
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John Colton is known for writing.
Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA (died at age 58).
John Colton has 7 credits in our database.
The name John means the grace or mercy of the Lord.
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Filmography (7)
Biography
John Colton may refer to:John Colton (politician) (1823–1902), Australian politician, Premier of South Australia and philanthropist
John Colton (bishop), statesman and cleric in Ireland
John Colton (screenwriter) (1887–1946), American playwright and screenwriter
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How old was John Colton?
John Colton was born on and passed away on at the age of 58.
Where was John Colton born?
John Colton was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
What movies or shows has John Colton been in?
John Colton has 7 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Invisible Ray (1936), Laughing Boy (1934), Call of the Flesh (1930), The Divine Woman (1928), The Enemy (1927).
What is John Colton known for?
John Colton is primarily known as a writer. John Colton may refer to:John Colton (politician) (1823–1902), Australian politician, Premier of South Australia and philanthropist John Colton (bishop), statesman and cleric in Ireland John…
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