About Slim Gaut
Lived 1893 – 1964 (aged 70). Slim Gaut was an American actor.
Slim Gaut (July 8, 1893 – April 17, 1964) was an American film actor, born in Lewiston, Idaho. He appeared, unusually uncredited, in over 15 films between 1940 and 1956.
Modern viewers may recognize Gaut as Shemp Howard's first dental patient in the film The Tooth Will Out.
Gaut died in Los Angeles, California on April 17, 1964.
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Who was Slim Gaut?
American film actor (1893-1964)
When was Slim Gaut born?
Slim Gaut was born on 8 July 1893 in Lewiston.
When did Slim Gaut die?
Slim Gaut died on 17 April 1964 in Los Angeles.
What was Slim Gaut's occupation?
Slim Gaut was an actor.
What nationality was Slim Gaut?
Slim Gaut was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Slim Gaut. https://biography.guide/slim-gaut/
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