Award
Academy Honorary Award
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Broncho Billy Anderson
1880-03-21 – 1971-01-20
Life & Legacy
Gilbert M. "Broncho Billy" Anderson (born Maxwell Henry Aronson; March 21, 1880 – January 20, 1971) was an American actor, writer, film director, and film producer, who was the first star of the Western film genre. He was a founder and star for Essanay studios. In 1958, he received a special Academy Award for being a pioneer of the film industry.
Occupation & Career
actor, film director, screenwriter, film producer, stage actor, film actor, writer, inventor, producer, director
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Academy Honorary Award; star on Hollywood Walk of Fame; The Great Train Robbery
Legacy Highlights
Honors & Awards
Academy Honorary Award · star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Notable Work
The Great Train Robbery
Verified Legacy Record
Award
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Family Sibling
Leona Anderson
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Notable Work
The Great Train Robbery
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Sources & Provenance
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