Bert Williams

Description: (Actor, Screenwriter, Stage actor)
Bert Williams was an American entertainer and comedian. One of the greatest entertainers of the Vaudeville era, Bert Williams was also regarded as one of the most famous comedians of his time. In 1914, he was cast to play the leading role in Darktown Jubilee, making him the first Black man to play the main role in a film.

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Birthday November 12, 1874 (Scorpio)
Died on March 4, 1922
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