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Bobby VernonBobby Vernon Bobby Vernon American actor (1897–1939) Bobby Vernon (born Sylvion de Jardin[2][3]) (March 9, 1897 – June 28, 1939) was an American comedic actor in silent films. He later became a writer and comedy supervisor at Paramount for W. C. Fields and Bing Crosby, when the sound era arrived. Blue-eyed with medium brown hair, he stood five feet and two-and-a-half inches, making him perfect for juvenile comedy roles.[4] His comedies were popular with children.[5][6] Quick facts Born, Died ... Bobby Vernon Vernon in c. 1920 Born Silvian de Jardin (he legally changed his name in 1922)[1] (1897-03-09)March 9, 1897 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Died June 28, 1939(1939-06-28) (aged 42) Hollywood, California, U.S. Occupation Actor Years active 1915–1939 Spouse Angelina Repetto… (Source: Wikipedia)
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