About Eugene Gordon Lee
Lived 1933 – 2005 (aged 71). Eugene Gordon Lee was an American actor and film actor.
Eugene Gordon Lee (October 25, 1933 – October 16, 2005) was an American child actor, most notable for appearing in the Our Gang (Little Rascals) comedies as Porky from 1935 to 1939. During his tenure in Our Gang, Porky originated the catchphrase "O-tay!", though it is commonly attributed to fellow character Buckwheat, played by Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas.
Early life Eugene Gordon Lee was born in Fort Worth, Texas on October 25, 1933 and he was adopted.
Personal life and death After retiring from education, Lee moved to Minnesota's Twin Cities
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Who was Eugene Gordon Lee?
American child actor (1933-2005)
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Eugene Gordon Lee was born on 25 October 1933 in Fort Worth.
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Eugene Gordon Lee died on 16 October 2005 in Minneapolis.
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Eugene Gordon Lee was an actor and film actor.
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