W. C. Fields

William Claude Dukenfield, known as W. C. Fields (January 29, 1880 – December 25, 1946) was an American comedian, actor and juggler. Fields created one of the great American comic personas of the first half of the 20th century: a misanthropic and hard-drinking egotist who remained a sympathetic character despite his snarling contempt for dogs, children, and women. The characterization that he portrayed in films and radio was so strong it became g... more

Date of birth:

  • Jan 29, 1880

Date of death:

  • Dec 25, 1946 (age 66 years)

Place of birth:

Height:

  • 1.73 m (5.68 ft )

Also known as:

  • William Claude Dukenfield,
  • W.C. Fields,
  • W. C Fields
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