Lon Chaney Jr._
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
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Born
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Birthday
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Died
Birthplace
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
Height
188 cm (6'2")
Nationality
Languages
English
Children
1 child: Ronald Creighton Chaney
Parents
Lon Chaney, Frances Cleveland Creighton
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Popularity
Tier B -- 17,706 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 15
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Career
Career spanning 82 years (1922-2004)
Notable
First credit at age 16 -- appeared in first film as a teenager
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Filmography (50)
Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Lon Chaney, Jr. (February 10, 1906 – July 12, 1973), born Creighton Tull Chaney, was an American character actor. He was best known for his roles in monster movies and as the son of famous silent film actor, Lon Chaney. He is notable for playing Larry Talbot in The Wolf Man movies. Originally credited in films as Creighton Chaney, he was first credited as "Lon Chaney, Jr." in 1935. Chaney had English, French and Irish ancestry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Lon Chaney Jr.?
Lon Chaney Jr. was born on and passed away on at the age of 67.
Where was Lon Chaney Jr. born?
Lon Chaney Jr. was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA.
What movies or shows has Lon Chaney Jr. been in?
Lon Chaney Jr. has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Monster Movie Trivia Quiz (2004), The American Nightmare (2000), Terror in the Aisles (1984), Dracula vs. Frankenstein (1971), The Female Bunch (1971).
What is Lon Chaney Jr. known for?
Lon Chaney Jr. is primarily known as an actor. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Lon Chaney, Jr. (February 10, 1906 – July 12, 1973), born Creighton Tull Chaney, was an American character actor. He…
Where can I find more information about Lon Chaney Jr.?
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