The Phantom of the Opera
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He was a one of a kind actor that left a mark on an industry that will never be replaced. The characters and makeup he created continue to inspire new artists of today. Take a look at he official biography for Lon Chaney from the Chaney family website. Everything Chaney.
Actor: The Wolf Man. American character actor whose career was influenced (and often overshadowed) by that of his father, silent film star Lon Chaney. The younger Chaney was born while his parents were on a theatrical tour, and he joined them onstage for the first time at the age of six months.
Oct 24, 2022 · 5 facts about horror icon Lon Chaney, Sr. October 24, 2022 | Cristiana Lombardo. Actor Lon Chaney tested the boundaries of on-screen performance, pushing the limitations of his body and...
Lon Chaney. Jump to Edit. Overview. Born. April 1, 1883 · Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA. Died. August 26, 1930 · Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA (throat hemorrhage) Birth name. Leonidas Frank Chaney. Nicknames. The Man of a Thousand Faces. The Master of Horror. Height. 5′ 7″ (1.70 m) Mini Bio.
Oct 30, 2002 · Lon Chaney | The Man of a Thousand Faces | American Masters | PBS. S17 Ep2. Lon Chaney: Thousand Faces. Premiere: 10/30/2002. Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, or Clara Bow, were stars who...
May 14, 2018 · Lon Chaney (1993-1930), nicknamed "The Man of a Thousand Faces," appeared in 157 films between 1913 and 1930. He is remembered for his inventive use of makeup and his portrayal of grotesque characters. Chaney's most famous starring roles were in film productions of The Hunchback of Notre Dameand The Phantom of the Opera.
Sep 14, 2021 · Lon Chaney's first year after leaving Universal was a struggle, but he finally made a breakthrough when legendary Western filmmaker William S. Hart cast him in 1918's Riddle Gwane. Starring opposite Hart as a dastardly cattle rustler, he received high praise for the role, catching the eye of moviegoers and critics alike.
