Stanley Fields

Biography

Stanley Fields, originally named Walter L. Agnew, was an American actor born on May 20, 1883, and he passed away on April 23, 1941.

Fields began his career on Broadway, making appearances in productions such as Fifty Miles from Boston in 1908 and The Red Widow in 1911. Following his time on the stage, he spent eight years performing in vaudeville alongside Frank Fay. His transition to film was largely facilitated by actress Norma Talmadge, who believed that his distinctive broken nose gave him an intimidating presence. This led to his film debut as a gunman in the talking picture New York Nights. In 1930, Fields secured a long-term contract with Paramount Pictures, marking a significant advancement in his cinematic career.

Fields continued to work in the film industry until his untimely death on April 23, 1941, from a heart attack. His contributions to both theater and film left a lasting impression in the entertainment world, showcasing his versatility as a performer.