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Shorty Hamilton: Actor (1879-1925).
Born (died at age 45).
Shorty Hamilton has 10 credits in our database.
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Filmography (10)
The Other Girl
Film
For the Cause
Film
The Ruse
Film
On the Night Stage
Film
The Adventures ...
The Adventures of Shorty
Film
The Battle of Gettysburg
Film
The Ball Player and the Bandit
Film
The Man They Sc...
The Man They Scorned
Film
The Sergeant's Boy
The Sergeant's Boy
Film
How Shorty Kept...
How Shorty Kept His Word
Film
Biography
Shorty Hamilton (September 9, 1879 – March 7, 1925) was an American actor and silent film comedian who appeared in more than 80 films, mostly westerns, from 1909 to 1925. His birth name was William John Schroeder, and he was also known as "Jack Hamilton." He had served in the United States Cavalry for several years and worked as a cowboy in Montana and Texas. He was best known for the "Adventures of Shorty" series of two-reel silent films that were released from 1912 to 1917.
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How old was Shorty Hamilton?
Shorty Hamilton was born on and passed away on at the age of 45.
What movies or shows has Shorty Hamilton been in?
Shorty Hamilton has 10 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Other Girl (2020), For the Cause (2000), The Ruse (1915), On the Night Stage (1915), The Adventures of Shorty (1914).
Where can I find more information about Shorty Hamilton?
You can find more about Shorty Hamilton on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
