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Reb Russell
Person

Reb Russell

Specialty
Acting
Birth
May 31, 1905 · 71 years
Death
March 16, 1977
Origin
Osawatomie, Kansas

Professional Trajectory

Born Lafayette Russell, he was an All-State college football player, having led Northwestern University to many victories. He had his film debut with a bit part in "The All-American." (aka Sport of a Nation) Later he played in western pictures. Most remembered in "The Man from Hell," "Fighting To Live" and "Cheyenne Tornado."

Registered Filmography