Smith Ballew

Smith Ballew

Deceased · Born: Jan 21, 1902 · Died: May 2, 1984

1948
1945
1938
1937

Personal Details

BornJan 21, 1902 Palestine, Texas, USA

Biography

As this extraordinary individual embarked on a lifelong quest to conquer the entertainment industry, their odyssey began with a formative stint as a radio singer, thereby laying the groundwork for an abiding and intense passion for the spotlight that would serve as the catalyst for their future endeavors.

Their journey, marked by unrelenting dedication and an unwavering commitment to their craft, gradually unfolded as they evolved into one of the trailblazing singing screen cowboys of the early 1930s, a unique and mesmerizing presence that electrified the silver screen with an undeniable charm and charisma, leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape.

He embarked on a most remarkable and extraordinary journey, starring in a succession of captivating, mesmerizing, and thrilling musical westerns for Paramount Pictures, a series that not only reinforced his status as a cherished, beloved, and timeless figure in the genre, but also left an indelible, lasting, and profound mark on the cinematic landscape, forever changing the way we perceive and experience the art of filmmaking.

Beyond his prolific body of work with Paramount Pictures, this esteemed individual also made significant contributions to another iconic series of westerns produced by 20th Century Fox, thus cementing his status as a masterful and multifaceted performer, boasting an extraordinary capacity for versatility and an uncanny ability to exceed the expectations of his audience, his range and depth of talent effortlessly transcending the conventional limitations of his craft, leaving a lasting impression on the world of entertainment.

As the years went by, his professional journey continued to unfold with remarkable consistency, characterized by a persistent and unwavering commitment to his craft, as a succession of supporting roles began to pepper his already impressive résumé, serving as a testament to his enduring talent and versatility, a hallmark of his illustrious career throughout the 1950s.

Career

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2000
Golden Saddles, Silver Spurs
Golden Saddles, Silver Spurs as (archive footage)
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1951
The Red Badge of Courage
The Red Badge of Courage as Union Captain (uncredited)
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1950
I Killed Geronimo
I Killed Geronimo as Lt. Furness
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1949
Gun Cargo
Gun Cargo as Singing Sailor
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1948
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1946
Drifting Along
Drifting Along as Band Singer Smith
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1945
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1940
Gaucho Serenade
Gaucho Serenade as Buck Benson
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1938
Rawhide
Rawhide as Larry Kimball
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1937
Western Gold
Western Gold as Bill Gibson
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Roll Along, Cowboy
Roll Along, Cowboy as Randy Porter