Henry Slate, a renowned American actor, entered this world on June 15, 1910, in the bustling metropolis of Brooklyn, New York, USA. With a career spanning multiple decades, he left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, earning recognition for his captivating performances in various films. One of his most notable roles was in the 1953 drama "Miss Sadie Thompson", where his acting prowess stole the show. Additionally, he made memorable appearances in "Bloodhounds of Broadway" (1952) and "Rock Around the Clock" (1956). Henry Slate's remarkable life came to a close on August 11, 1996, in Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire future generations of actors and film enthusiasts alike.
Personal Details
BornJun 15, 1910 Brooklyn, New York, USA
Relatives
- Jack Slate (Sibling)
- Sid Slate (Sibling)
Biography
Career
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1985

Murphy's Romance as Fred Hite
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1983

The Last Ninja as Cleaning Man
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1979

Norma Rae as Policeman
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Quincy M.E. as Fred
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1978

The Cat from Outer Space as Sandwich Man
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1977

Beyond Reason as Julius
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Barney Miller as Louis Frankel
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1976

No Deposit, No Return as Truck Driver
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The Shootist as Pulford Confidant (uncredited)
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1974

The Rockford Files as Oscar
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1966

A Big Hand for the Little Lady as Piano Player (uncredited)
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1964

Bedtime Story as Sattler
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Looking for Love as Henry (uncredited)
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The Patsy as Paul
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1960

The Andy Griffith Show as Bobby Fleet
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1959

Hey Boy! Hey Girl! as Marty Morton
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1956

Rock Around the Clock as Corny LaSalle
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He Laughed Last as Ziggy
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Meet Me in Las Vegas as Slate Brother
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Bus Stop as Manager of Blue Dragon Nightclub (uncredited)
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1955

Three for the Show as Sgt. Kowalski
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Hit the Deck as Shore Patrol
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My Sister Eileen as Second Drunk
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1954
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1953

Miss Sadie Thompson as Pvt. Griggs
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Three Sailors and a Girl as Hank the Sailor
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A Slight Case of Larceny as Motor Cop
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The Jazz Singer as Master of Ceremonies
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Pickup on South Street as Detective MacGregor (uncredited)
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1952

Loan Shark as Paul Nelson
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Somebody Loves Me as Forrest
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Bloodhounds of Broadway as Dave the Dude
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Just This Once as Jeff Parma
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Stop, You're Killing Me as Ryan
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O. Henry's Full House as Poker Player (segment "The Clarion Call") (uncredited)
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1951

The Frogmen as Sleepy
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Rhubarb as Dud Logan
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You're in the Navy Now as Chief Engineer Ryan
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1944

Winged Victory as Andrews Sister