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Scatman Crothers

Scatman Crothers

Born:23. mai 1910

Place of Birth:Terre Haute, Indiana, USA

Died:22. november 1986

Known For:Acting

Biography

Scatman Crothers, born Benjamin Sherman Crothers, was a multi-talented American entertainer who left a lasting impact on the world of film and television. Born on May 23, 1910, his career spanned decades and showcased his talents as an actor, singer, dancer, and musician. Crothers' unique nickname "Scatman" was a nod to his impressive skills as a scat singer, adding a playful touch to his already charismatic persona.

One of Crothers' most memorable roles was as Louie the Garbage Man on the beloved TV show "Chico and the Man." His portrayal of the warm-hearted and humorous character endeared him to audiences and showcased his versatility as an actor. However, it was his role as Dick Hallorann in Stanley Kubrick's iconic film "The Shining" in 1980 that solidified his status as a legendary performer in the industry.

Beyond his on-screen work, Crothers was also a prolific voiceover artist, lending his distinctive voice to a variety of animated characters. From voicing Meadowlark Lemon in "The Harlem Globetrotters" to bringing Jazz the Autobot in "The Transformers" to life, his vocal talents added depth and personality to each character he portrayed. One of his most beloved voice roles was as the titular character in "Hong Kong Phooey," a role that showcased his comedic timing and vocal range.

In addition to his animated work, Crothers also made a memorable impact in live-action films, such as his portrayal of Scat Cat in the 1970 Disney classic "The Aristocats." His ability to infuse each character with personality and charm, whether through voice alone or on-screen presence, set him apart as a truly gifted performer.

Throughout his career, Scatman Crothers brought joy and entertainment to audiences of all ages, leaving a legacy that continues to inspire and delight fans to this day. His contributions to the world of entertainment, from his music to his acting, have solidified his place as a beloved and respected figure in Hollywood history.

On November 22, 1986, the world lost a true talent with the passing of Scatman Crothers. However, his work continues to live on, reminding us of the incredible impact one man can have on the world through his artistry and passion for his craft. Benjamin Sherman "Scatman" Crothers may have left this world, but his legacy as a versatile and gifted performer endures, ensuring that his memory will always be cherished by those who were touched by his work.

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The Shining

The Shining

Hallorann

1980

Jack Torrance accepts a caretaker job at the Overlook Hotel, where he, along with his wife Wendy and their son Danny, must live isolated from the rest of the world for the winter. But they aren't prepared for the madness that lurks within.
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest

Orderly Turkle

1975

A petty criminal fakes insanity to serve his sentence in a mental ward rather than prison. He soon finds himself as a leader to the other patients—and an enemy to the cruel, domineering nurse who runs the ward.
The Aristocats

The Aristocats

Scat Cat (voice)

1970

When Madame Adelaide Bonfamille leaves her fortune to Duchess and her children—Bonfamille’s beloved family of cats—the butler plots to steal the money and kidnaps the legatees, leaving them out on a country road. All seems lost until the wily Thomas O’Malley Cat and his jazz-playing alley cats come to the aristocats’ rescue.
The Transformers: The Movie

The Transformers: The Movie

Jazz (voice)

1986

The Autobots must stop a colossal planet-consuming robot who goes after the Autobot Matrix of Leadership. At the same time, they must defend themselves against an all-out attack from the Decepticons.
Twilight Zone: The Movie

Twilight Zone: The Movie

Mr. Bloom

1983

An anthology film presenting remakes of three episodes from the "Twilight Zone" TV series—"Kick the Can", "It's a Good Life" and "Nightmare at 20,000 Feet"—and one original story, "Time Out."
The Lorax

The Lorax

Singer

1972

The Once-ler, a ruined industrialist, tells the tale of his rise to wealth and subsequent fall, as he disregarded the warnings of a wise old forest creature called the Lorax about the environmental destruction caused by his greed.
The Shootist

The Shootist

Moses

1976

Afflicted with a terminal illness John Bernard Books, the last of the legendary gunfighters, quietly returns to Carson City for medical attention from his old friend Dr. Hostetler. Aware that his days are numbered, the troubled man seeks solace and peace in a boarding house run by a widow and her son. However, it is not Books' fate to die in peace, as he becomes embroiled in one last valiant battle.
Lady Sings the Blues

Lady Sings the Blues

Big Ben

1972

Chronicles the rise and fall of legendary blues singer Billie Holiday, beginning with her traumatic youth. The story depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life.
Lady in a Cage

Lady in a Cage

Mr. Paul's Assistant (uncredited)

1964

A woman trapped in a home elevator is terrorized by a group of vicious hoodlums.
Hello, Dolly!

Hello, Dolly!

Mr. Jones (Porter) (uncredited)

1969

Dolly Levi is a strong-willed matchmaker who travels to Yonkers, New York in order to see the miserly "well-known unmarried half-a-millionaire" Horace Vandergelder. In doing so, she convinces his niece, his niece's intended, and Horace's two clerks to travel to New York City.
Silver Streak

Silver Streak

Ralston

1976

A somewhat daffy book editor on a rail trip from Los Angeles to Chicago thinks that he sees a murdered man thrown from the train. When he can find no one who will believe him, he starts doing some investigating of his own. But all that accomplishes is to get the killer after him.

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