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Gilbert M. "Broncho Billy" Anderson (born Maxwell Henry Aronson; March 21, 1880 – January 20, 1971) was an American actor, writer, film director, and film producer, who was the first star of the Western film genre. He was a founder and star for Essanay studios. In 1958, he received a special Academy Award for being a pioneer of the film industry.
IMDb profile of Gilbert M. 'Broncho Billy' Anderson, the American actor-director-writer-producer who was the first Western star and the founder of Essanay Film Manufacturing Co. See his biography, filmography, awards, photos and videos.
- January 1, 1
- Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
- January 1, 1
- Pasadena, California, USA
Broncho Billy Anderson filmography. These are the appearances as an actor of Gilbert M. Anderson aka "Broncho Billy" Anderson.
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Sep 28, 2023 · Learn about Gilbert Maxwell Aronson, also known as Broncho Billy Anderson, who pioneered the genre of western films and starred in more than 600 movies. Find out how he developed the techniques of filmmaking, worked with Charlie Chaplin, and received an honorary Oscar.
March 21, 1880 · Little Rock, Arkansas, USA. Died. January 20, 1971 · Pasadena, California, USA (undisclosed) Birth name. Maxwell Henry Aronson. Height. 6′ (1.83 m) Mini Bio. American actor-director-writer-producer Gilbert M. Anderson, father of the movie cowboy and the first Western star, was born Maxwell Henry Aronson in Little Rock, Arkansas.
- March 21, 1880
- January 20, 1971
Jul 13, 2020 · Learn about Gilbert M. 'Broncho Billy' Anderson, the pioneer of western movies who starred in over 100 silent films. He founded Essanay Studios, directed comedies, and worked with Charlie Chaplin.
Apr 24, 2015 · Learn about the first Westerns star, Max Aronson, who became Broncho Billy Anderson in 1904. Find out how he made millions of dollars with his oaters and his rivalry with William S. Hart and Tom Mix.
