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English < Proto-Germanic (*Wiljahelmaz)
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William Finley: American actor (1940/1942–2012).
Born (died at age 69).
William Finley has 6 credits in our database.
The name William means william is an English name whose origin is Germanic. Derived from Willahelm, its meaning results from the union of "wil", meaning "desire" or "will", and "helm", meaning "protection".
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Filmography (6)
Biography
William Finley or Finlay may refer to:
William Finlay (1853–1914), Irish-born Canadian politician
William Finlay (mayor) (1840–1885), mayor of Albany, Western Australia
William Finley (actor) (1940–2012), American actor
William Finley (Southern Railway), president of the Southern Railway in the United States, 1906–1913
William A. Finley (1839–1912), president of Oregon State University, 1865–1872
William L. Finley (1876–1953), American wildlife photographer and conservationist
William Finlay, 2nd Viscount Finlay (1875–1945), British barrister and judge
William Henry Finlay, South African astronomer
Willie Finlay (1926–2014), Scottish footballer for East Fife and Clyde
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How old was William Finley?
William Finley was born on and passed away on at the age of 69.
What movies or shows has William Finley been in?
William Finley has 6 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Black Dahlia (2006), Tobe Hooper's Night Terrors (1993), The Funhouse (1981), Simon (1980), Dionysus in '69 (1970).
Where can I find more information about William Finley?
You can find more about William Finley on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.