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Ford Sterling

Ford Sterling

1883 – 1939·La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA

Ford Sterling (born George Stitch; November 3, 1883 – October 13, 1939) was an American comedian and actor best known for his work with Keystone Studios. One of the 'Big 4', he was the original chief of the Keystone Cops.

Filmography

Mabel's Dramatic Career

Mabel's Dramatic Career

1913Actor / Onscreen Villain
Tango Tangles

Tango Tangles

1914Band Leader
A Film Johnnie

A Film Johnnie

1914Self
Yankee Doodle in Berlin

Yankee Doodle in Berlin

1919Kaiser Bill
He Who Gets Slapped

He Who Gets Slapped

1924Tricaud
The Show Off

The Show Off

1926Aubrey Piper