About Harry Foster Welch
Lived 1893 – 1973 (aged 79). Harry Foster Welch was an American actor and voice actor.
Harry Foster Welch (November 27, 1893 – August 16, 1973) was an American radio and voice actor, best known for providing the voice of Popeye in cartoons and portraying the character in live performances beginning in 1934.
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Who was Harry Foster Welch?
actor (1893-1973)
When was Harry Foster Welch born?
Harry Foster Welch was born on 27 November 1893 in Annapolis.
When did Harry Foster Welch die?
Harry Foster Welch died on 16 August 1973 in Blowing Rock.
What was Harry Foster Welch's occupation?
Harry Foster Welch was an actor and voice actor.
What nationality was Harry Foster Welch?
Harry Foster Welch was American.
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· Wikipedia: Harry Foster Welch
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Foster Welch. https://biography.guide/harry-foster-welch/
MLA: "Harry Foster Welch." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/harry-foster-welch/.
Chicago: "Harry Foster Welch." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/harry-foster-welch/.
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