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Lyle Tayo

Lyle Tayo (born Lyle Minnie Shipman; January 19, 1889 – May 2, 1971), Lyle Barton, was an American film actress who appeared in more than 50 films between 1921 and 1948, appearing in many short comedies at the Hal Roach Studios, several in support of Laurel and Hardy. Tayo died in 1971, aged 82, and is interred in Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery.

Lyle Tayo

Lyle Tayo in Yes, Yes, Nanette

Clarence Hennecke, Stan Laurel · lordheath.com · Public domain

Name
Lyle Tayo
Birth Name
Lyle Minnie Shipman
Born
19 January 1889
Birthplace
Elmdale, Kansas, U.S.
Died
2 May 1971
Place of death
Hollywood, California, U.S.
Occupation
Actress
Nationality
United States
Languages
English

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Lyle Tayo (born Lyle Minnie Shipman; January 19, 1889 – May 2, 1971), Lyle Barton, was an American film actress who appeared in more than 50 films between 1921 and 1948, appearing in many short comedies at the Hal Roach Studios, several in support of Laurel and Hardy. Tayo died in 1971, aged 82, and is interred in Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery.

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