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Slim Pickens was a rodeo regular from the 1940s until retiring from the arena in 1962. More famous for his acting career, Pickens signed with Republic Studios in 1950. With gravelly voice and folksy ways, he appeared in such films as “Stagecoach”, “One-Eyed Jacks”, and “Honeysuckle Rose” (with Willie Nelson).
Louis Burton Lindley Jr. (June 29, 1919 – December 8, 1983), better known by his stage name Slim Pickens, was an American actor and rodeo performer. [2] . He is best known for his roles in Dr. Strangelove, Blazing Saddles, 1941, and One-Eyed Jacks . References. ↑ "Slim Pickens". ↑ Krebs, Albin (December 10, 1983).
A few of his most impressive acting credits include Dr. Strangelove, Stagecoach with Ann Margaret and Bing Crosby, One-Eyed Jacks with Marlon Brando and The Getaway with Steve McQueen. Pickens is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Taggart in the 1974 hit comedy Blazing Saddles.
