Billy West
Biography
Billy West (September 22, 1892 – July 21, 1975) was a film actor, producer, and director. Active during the silent film era, he is best known as a semi-successful Charlie Chaplin impersonator. Beyond acting, he also directed shorts in the 1910s and 20s, as well as produced films. West ultimately retired in 1935.
Also Known As
Movie Appearances
Playmates
as Kid
1918
Ship Ahoy
as Charlie
1919
He Was Her Man
as Chick
1934
The Candy Kid
as The Candy Kid
1917
The Hobo
as The Hobo
1917
The Hero
as The Hero
1917
Bright and Early
as A Bellboy
1918
The Rogue
as Billy
1918
The Villain
as The Villain
1917
His Day Out
as Billy
1918
Hard Boiled Yeggs
as Billy
1926
Italian Love
1920
Not Wanted
1924
He's In Again
as A Customer
1918
Rolling Stone
as The Rolling Stone
1919
Cupid's Rival
as Janitor
1917
A Very Honorable Guy
as Mike
1934
The Personality Kid
as Sparring Partner
1934
The Defense Rests
as Reporter
1934
Picture Snatcher
as Reporter Stacy (uncredited)
1933