William Gillis, a renowned thespian, entered this world on the seventeenth of November, eighteen hundred and sixty-seven, in the charming city of Anderson, Texas, United States of America.
As an accomplished actor, he left an indelible mark on the silver screen, captivating audiences with his remarkable performances in a variety of notable films, including the 1919 cinematic masterpiece "His Majesty, the American", the 1916 historical epic "Liberty", and the 1921 drama "Conflict".
Tragically, his remarkable life came to a close on the twenty-fourth of April, nineteen hundred and forty-six, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, United States of America.