About William Winter Jefferson
Lived 1876 – 1946 (aged 69). William Winter Jefferson was an American actor.
William Winter Jefferson (April 6, 1876 February 11, 1946) was an actor in silent films.
Early life Jefferson was born in London to Sarah and Joseph Jefferson, an actor. He initially studied in Germany to become a medical doctor, but decided to pursue an acting career like his father, instead.
Career
Jefferson starred in the 1913 film Wanted by the Police, for which he earned positive reviews. He was one of the leads in the Keystone comedy Bright Lights.
Personal life He was married to actress Christie MacDonald, then to actress Vivian Martin in 1913. After retiring from acting, he moved to Honolulu, Hawaii, in 1928.
Death Jefferson died in Honolulu, Hawaii, on February 11, 1946. The Bright Lights (film)
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Who was William Winter Jefferson?
American actor (1876-1946)
When was William Winter Jefferson born?
William Winter Jefferson was born on 25 April 1876 in London.
When did William Winter Jefferson die?
William Winter Jefferson died on 11 February 1946 in Honolulu.
What was William Winter Jefferson's occupation?
William Winter Jefferson was an actor.
What nationality was William Winter Jefferson?
William Winter Jefferson was American.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: William Winter Jefferson
· DBpedia: William Jefferson (actor)
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