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Buster Keaton. Joseph Frank "Buster" Keaton (October 4, 1895 – February 1, 1966) [1] was an American actor, comedian and film director. [2] He is best known for his silent films during the 1920s, in which he performed physical comedy and inventive stunts.
Buster Keaton. Actor: The General. Joseph Frank Keaton was born on October 4, 1895 in Piqua, Kansas, to Joe Keaton and Myra Keaton. Joe and Myra were Vaudevillian comedians with a popular, ever-changing variety act, giving Keaton an eclectic and interesting upbringing.
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Apr 2, 2014 · Comedian and director Buster Keaton was popular for his pioneering silent comedies in the 1920s. Updated: Nov 19, 2020. (1895-1966) Who Was Buster Keaton? Born to vaudeville performers, Buster...
Jun 21, 2024 · Buster Keaton, American film comedian and director, the ‘Great Stone Face,’ known for his deadpan expression and his imaginative and often elaborate visual comedy. He made numerous short films as well as such feature films as Three Ages, Sherlock, Jr., The General, and The Cameraman.
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Jan 24, 2022 · The silent-film star's deadpan style combined with his kinetic energy have inspired today's most acclaimed stars, from Oscar Isaac and Adam Driver to Awkwafina. Nicole Davis explores why the actor...
Learn about the life and career of Buster Keaton, one of the greatest silent film comedians and directors. From his Vaudeville origins to his MGM struggles, discover his achievements, challenges and legacy.
Jan 13, 2000 · Learn about the life and career of Buster Keaton, one of the greatest comic actors of the silent era. Discover how he became a master of physical comedy, a victim of the talkies, and a renewed star in later years.
