Acting
Lon Chaney
Lon Chaney was born on March 31, 1883. Lon Chaney died on August 26, 1930 at the age of 47.
- Born
- March 31, 1883
- Place of birth
- Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
- Died
- August 26, 1930 (47 years old)
Biography
Leonidas Frank "Lon" Chaney (April 1, 1883 – August 26, 1930) was an American actor and makeup artist. He is regarded as one of the most versatile and powerful actors of cinema, renowned for his characterizations of tortured, often grotesque and afflicted, characters and for his groundbreaking artistry with makeup. Chaney was known for his starring roles in such silent horror films as The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1923) and The Phantom of the Opera (1925). His ability to transform himself using makeup techniques that he developed earned him the nickname "The Man of a Thousand Faces".
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Filmography
Frequently asked questions
When was Lon Chaney born?
Lon Chaney was born on March 31, 1883. (Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA)
How old is Lon Chaney?
Lon Chaney died on August 26, 1930 at the age of 47.
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