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Fred Kelsey

Frederick Alvin Kelsey (August 20, 1884 – September 2, 1961) was an American actor, film director, and screenwriter. Kelsey directed one- and two-reel films for Universal Film Manufacturing Company. He appeared in more than 400 films between 1911 and 1958, often playing policemen or detectives.

Also recorded as Frederick Alvin Kelsey

Fred Kelsey

Fred Kelsey in Danger Ahead (1935) - cropped screenshot.

Film screenshot (Sam Katzman Prod.) · Public domain

Name
Fred Kelsey
Birth Name
Frederick Alvin Kelsey
Born
20 August 1884
Birthplace
Sandusky, Ohio, U.S.
Died
2 September 1961
Place of death
Hollywood, California, U.S.
Occupation
* Actor
Nationality
United States
Languages
English

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