Kenneth Thomson, a renowned American actor, was brought into this world on January 7, 1899, in the city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, a state located in the eastern United States of America. This talented thespian, who was destined to captivate audiences on the silver screen, gained prominence for his performances in notable films such as The Broadway Melody, which was released in 1929, Lawful Larceny, a 1930 production, and Female, a 1933 cinematic masterpiece. Throughout his illustrious career, Kenneth Thomson shared his life with his beloved spouse, Alden Gay. Unfortunately, his life came to a close on January 26, 1967, in the vibrant city of Hollywood, California, a region renowned for its rich cinematic heritage.
Personal Details
BornJan 7, 1899 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Biography
Career
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1980
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1937

Jim Hanvey, Detective as W. B. Elwood
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1935

Hop-a-Long Cassidy as Jack Anthony
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Behind the Green Lights as Charles T. 'Ritzy' Conrad
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1934

Change of Heart as Howard Jackson
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Behold My Wife! as Jim Curson
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Cross Streets as Mort Talbot
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In Old Santa Fe as Matt Korber - alias Mr. Chandler
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1933

Daring Daughters as Alan Preston
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Son of a Sailor as Williams
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Female as Red
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The Little Giant as John Stanley
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Jungle Bride as John Franklin
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From Headquarters as Gordon Bates
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1932

Her Mad Night as Schuyler Durkin
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Fast Life as Mr. Williams
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The Famous Ferguson Case as Bob Parks
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Movie Crazy as Vance
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Man Wanted as Fred Ames
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Thirteen Women as Mr. Cousins (uncredited)
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Lawyer Man as Dr. Frank Gresham
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1931

Murder at Midnight as Jim Kennedy
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1930

Children of Pleasure as Rod Peck
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The Doorway to Hell as Captain of Academy
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A Notorious Affair as Dr. Alan Pomeroy
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Lawful Larceny as Andrew Dorsey
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Wild Company as Joe Hardy
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Just Imagine as MT-3
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1929

Say It with Songs as Arthur Phillips
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The Broadway Melody as Jock Warriner (uncredited)
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1927

Almost Human as John Livingston
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The King of Kings as Lazarus
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1943