Eddie Collins

Eddie Collins

Deceased · Born: Jan 29, 1883 · Died: Sep 2, 1940

1939
1938

Personal Details

BornJan 29, 1883 Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA

Biography

Eddie Collins, a multifaceted and gifted performer, embarked upon a most extraordinary and impressive odyssey within the realm of entertainment, commencing his illustrious career in the vaudeville circuit during the year 1935. Nevertheless, it was his subsequent and fortuitous discovery in the captivating and sensual world of burlesque that truly served as the catalyst for his meteoric rise to stardom, forever altering the trajectory of his remarkable life and career.

Eddie Collins, a thespian of remarkable distinction, left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, accumulating an impressive body of work that has endeared him to audiences worldwide, thereby cementing his status as a revered and accomplished actor of considerable renown.

The esteemed and legendary Walt Disney, in his unparalleled vision and creative genius, entrusted the role of Dopey to a talented individual, whose depiction of this iconic character has forever left an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape. In the enchanting and beloved Disney classic, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, this remarkable actor brought to life the lovable and endearing persona of Dopey, the sole dwarf sans beard, whose charming and quirky nature was defined by his propensity for clumsiness and his silence, which was humorously explained by his compatriot Happy, who posited that Dopey had simply "never tried" to speak. Walt Disney himself, in the movie's captivating trailer, aptly described Dopey as "nice, but sort of silly", a fitting and whimsical assessment of this beloved character's enduring charm and appeal.

Eddie Collins, a multifaceted individual, left an indelible mark on the Disney film, not only by bringing to life the iconic character of Dopey, but also by adding his unique vocal talents to the movie, specifically by providing the unmistakable sneezing sounds of both the chipmunk and the squirrel, showcasing his versatility as a performer.

Career

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1940
The Blue Bird
The Blue Bird as Tylo (the dog)
{"id":71869,"title":"The Return of Frank James","year":"1940","character":"Station Agent","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-return-of-frank-james","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/16p6j248gkvg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/16p6j248gkvg.jpg"},"released":1}
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1939
Drums Along the Mohawk
Drums Along the Mohawk as Christian Reall
{"id":72144,"title":"Young Mr. Lincoln","year":"1939","character":"Efe Turner","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/young-mr-lincoln","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72144.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72144.jpg"},"released":1}
Young Mr. Lincoln
Young Mr. Lincoln as Efe Turner
{"id":72205,"title":"Charlie Chan in Reno","year":"1939","character":"Cab Driver","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/charlie-chan-in-reno","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72205.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72205.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":83131,"title":"Heaven with a Barbed Wire Fence","year":"1939","character":"Bill - Counterman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/heaven-with-a-barbed-wire-fence","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_83131.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_83131.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":70530,"title":"Hollywood Cavalcade","year":"1939","character":"Keystone Cop Driver","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hollywood-cavalcade","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70530.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70530.jpg"},"released":1}
Hollywood Cavalcade
Hollywood Cavalcade as Keystone Cop Driver
{"id":72516,"title":"Charlie Chan in Honolulu","year":"1938","character":"Al Hogan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/charlie-chan-in-honolulu","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72516.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72516.jpg"},"released":1}
1938
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Sally, Irene and Mary
Sally, Irene and Mary as Ship's Captain
{"id":83170,"title":"Always in Trouble","year":"1938","character":"Uncle Ed Mulligan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/always-in-trouble","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_83170.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_83170.jpg"},"released":1}
Always in Trouble
Always in Trouble as Uncle Ed Mulligan
{"id":72983,"title":"In Old Chicago","year":"1938","character":"Drunk","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/in-old-chicago","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72983.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72983.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":72848,"title":"Penrod and His Twin Brother","year":"1938","character":"Captain","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/penrod-and-his-twin-brother","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72848.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72848.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":72684,"title":"Josette","year":"1938","character":"Customs Inspector (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/josette","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72684.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72684.jpg"},"released":1}
Josette
Josette as Customs Inspector (uncredited)
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Kentucky Moonshine
Kentucky Moonshine as 'Spats' Swanson
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Alexander's Ragtime Band
Alexander's Ragtime Band as Corporal Collins
{"id":3535,"title":"Little Miss Broadway","year":"1938","character":"Band Member","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/little-miss-broadway","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_3535.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_3535.jpg"},"released":1}
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1937
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs as Dopey / Chipmunk and Squirrel Sneezes (voice) (uncredited)
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1935
Diamond Jim
Diamond Jim as Bicycle Act