Reb Russell

Born: 1905-05-31 in Osawatomie, Kansas

Died: 1977-03-16

Known For: Acting

Biography

Born Lafayette Russell, he was an All-State college football player, having led Northwestern University to many victories. He had his film debut with a bit part in "The All-American." (aka Sport of a Nation) Later he played in western pictures. Most remembered in "The Man from Hell," "Fighting To Live" and "Cheyenne Tornado."

Filmography

1935

Lightning Triggers as Reb Russell
The Cheyenne Tornado as Cheyenne Kid
Arizona Bad Man as Steve Donovan
Border Vengeance as Peeler Benson, aka The Muley Kid
Blazing Guns as Bob Grady
Outlaw Rule as Reb Russell

1934

Range Warfare as Reb Russell, aka The Whistler
Fighting to Live as Reb Collins, Mail-Coach Drivr
The Man from Hell as Clint Mason
Fighting Thru as Reb Russell

1932

The Lost Special as One of Bob's College Pals