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Sid Smith
AuthorBooks · Second hand1894-1928
Sidney Smith, known on-screen as Sid Smith, was an American actor and director who appeared in short comedy films. Smith entered the motion picture industry in 1911, and eventually performed in 187 releases- most of them short silent film comedies, directing six shorts in total. Smith had his own starring series, but also worked in support of such comics as Monty Banks at Warner Bros. and Billy Bevan at the Mack Sennett studio. Smith died of alcohol poisoning, attributed to his consumption of bad liquor at a Malibu beach party. Perhaps because of the Prohibition laws then in effect, one of the few trade papers covering Smith's passing gave the cause of death as “heart trouble.”
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About Sid Smith
Birth
1894
Death
1928
Sidney Smith, known on-screen as Sid Smith, was an American actor and director who appeared in short comedy films. Smith entered the motion picture industry in 1911, and eventually performed in 187 releases- most of them short silent film comedies, directing six shorts in total. Smith had his own starring series, but also worked in support of such comics as Monty Banks at Warner Bros. and Billy Bevan at the Mack Sennett studio. Smith died of alcohol poisoning, attributed to his consumption of bad liquor at a Malibu beach party. Perhaps because of the Prohibition laws then in effect, one of the few trade papers covering Smith's passing gave the cause of death as “heart trouble.”
Sid Smith was born in Faribault in 1894 and built a multifaceted career as both an actor and film director.
His literary work covers a diverse range of subjects, including fiction, biology, and biography.
The author explored profound social themes, highlighting his interest in the history and lives of African Americans.
His bibliography includes a total of 11 published works that reflect his intellectual curiosity.
His most recognized book, Something Like a House, is a key piece for understanding his literary legacy.
