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Bert Williams
Bert Williams is best known for Hollywood Black and The Amazing Howard Hughes. Bert Williams was born on November 12, 1874. Bert Williams died on March 4, 1922 at the age of 47.
- Born
- November 12, 1874
- Place of birth
- Nassau, British West Indies [now Bahamas]
- Died
- March 4, 1922 (47 years old)
Biography
Bert Williams was a Bahamian-born American entertainer, one of the pre-eminent entertainers of the Vaudeville era and one of the most popular comedians for all audiences of his time. He is credited as being the first Black man to have the leading role in a film: Darktown Jubilee in 1914.
Known for
Filmography
- 2024Hollywood BlackSelf (archive footage)
- 1977The Amazing Howard HughesMr. Hardesty
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Bert Williams been in?
Bert Williams is best known for Hollywood Black and The Amazing Howard Hughes.
When was Bert Williams born?
Bert Williams was born on November 12, 1874. (Nassau, British West Indies [now Bahamas])
How old is Bert Williams?
Bert Williams died on March 4, 1922 at the age of 47.
Updated: October 27, 2026 ·