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Curtis McHenry
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Born (1899-04-04)April 4, 1899
Died July 24, 1934(1934-07-24) (aged 35)
Nationality American
Other names G. Howe Black
Occupation Actor

Curtis 'Snowball' McHenry (April 4, 1899 – July 24, 1934) was an American stuntman and comedian, who appeared in Larry Semon comedies in the 1920s.

Early life

McHenry was born in Ruston, Louisiana on April 4, 1899, according to his World War I draft card. However, his death certificate said he was born on "April 4, 1900".

With Larry Semon

He appeared in several Larry Semon films like Lightning Love (1923) and Kid Speed (1924). But, sometimes has been misidentified with Spencer Bell.

Partial filmography

  • Pocahontas and John Smith (1924)
  • Robinson Crusoe (1924)
  • Stop, Look and Listen (1926)
  • The Lyin' Tamer (1926)
  • The Great K & A Train Robbery (1926)
  • Isle of Sunken Gold (1927)
  • Goofy Ghosts (1928)
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