Kewpie Morgan (born Horace Allen Morgan, February 1, 1892 – September 24, 1956) was an American silent film comedian who also performed in a few early sound films. He appeared in 99 films from 1915 to 1936. He appeared in the films of such comedians as Buster Keaton and Laurel and Hardy. He posthumously appeared in Robert Youngson compilations of the 1960s highlighting silent film comedy.[1]

Kewpie Morgan
Kewpie Morgan and Shirley Mason in Merely Mary Ann (1920)
Born
Horace Allen Morgan

(1892-02-01)February 1, 1892
DiedSeptember 24, 1956(1956-09-24) (aged 64)
Occupationactor
Years active1915-1936
SpouseHassie Morgan

Before he became an actor, Morgan was an electrician at a film studio. He sometimes returned to that job when acting opportunities were not available.[2]

Partial filmography

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References

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  1. ^ Silent Film Necrology 2nd Edition c.2001 by Eugene Michael Vazzana
  2. ^ Coons, Robbin (July 8, 1928). "Electrician is given fat part in new talkie". Oakland Tribune. p. 17. Retrieved March 7, 2022 – via Newspapers.com.
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