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Stars of Slapstick # 69: Bud Jamison by Trav S.D.

Today is the birthday of Bud Jamison (1895-1944). The plus-sized actor enjoyed what must have been the most satisfying career it is possible to have for a supporting comedian. After a brief stint in vaudeville he was hired by Essanay in 1915 to play the heavy in Charlie Chaplin pictures. From here, he went over to Hal [...]

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 10:17AM on February 15, 2013

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