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Gene SheldonGene Sheldon Gene Sheldon American actor (1908–1982) Gene Sheldon (born Eugene Hume; February 1, 1908 – May 1, 1982[1]) was an American actor, mime artist, and musician. He is remembered as the mute servant Bernardo in Walt Disney's live-action Spanish Western series Zorro (1957–1959).[2] Quick facts Born, Died ... Gene Sheldon Sheldon c.1930 Born Eugene Hume (1908-02-01)February 1, 1908 Columbus, Ohio, U.S. Died May 1, 1982(1982-05-01) (aged 74) Tarzana, California, U.S. Occupations Actor mime artist musician Years active 1934–1970 Spouse Margaret McCann (m. 1944) Children 2 Close Early life and career Born on February 1, 1908, in Columbus, Ohio,[1] Sheldon attended Dana Avenue Grade School and West High School.[3] He began acting at an early age, serving as stage… (Source: Wikipedia)
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