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Westcott Clarke

Westcott Clarke

1886 – 1959·Jersey City, New Jersey, USA

Westcott Bailey Clarke (September 27, 1886 – January 26, 1959), also known as Westcott Clarke, W.B. Clarke, Westcott B. Clarke and W.B. Westcott, was an American film actor and Broadway actor.

Clarke was born in Jersey City, New Jersey, on September 27, 1886. He appeared in 12 films during his career and was best known for his role in Safety Last! from 1923. Before 1922, he was active on Broadway. Clarke died in Los Angeles, California, in 1959. He is interred in Fort Rosecrans National Cemetery in San Diego, California.

Filmography

Saturday Night

Saturday Night

1922Bill - the Plumber
Safety Last!

Safety Last!

1923The Floorwalker