W. C. Fields

American comedian, actor, juggler and writer (1880–1946)

William Claude Dukenfield (January 29, 1880 - December 25, 1946) was an American actor, comedian, juggler and writer.

W. C. Fields
Fields in 1938
Born
William Claude Dukenfield

(1880-01-29)January 29, 1880
DiedDecember 25, 1946(1946-12-25) (aged 66)
Resting placeForest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California, U.S.
Other names
  • Charles Bogle
  • Otis Criblecoblis
  • Mahatma Kane Jeeves
Occupations
  • Actor
  • comedian
  • juggler
  • writer
Years active1898–1946
Spouse
Harriet Hughes
(m. 1900)
Partner(s)Bessie Poole (1916–1926)
Carlotta Monti (1933–1946; his death)
Children2

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