Lew Fields
American actor and producer
Born
1867
158 years ago
Died
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Fields was a prominent American actor and producer active in the early 20th century. He gained recognition as a part of the famous comedy duo Fields and Weston, who were well-regarded for their vaudeville performances. Fields later transitioned into film, appearing in several early sound movies. A key achievement involved his partnership with Charles Weston, which significantly contributed to the popularity of the comedic genre during their era. His career spanned many years, leaving a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry before his death in 1941.
Co-founded the vaudeville act Fields and Weston
Appeared in the film 'The Jazz Singer'
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