Bert Williams
Stage Actor

Bert Williams Net Worth

Bert Williams was a pioneering African-American comedian and vaudeville entertainer born on November 12, 1874 in Nassau, Bahamas. He is best known for being the first African-American performer in the famous Ziegfeld Follies and for starring in Broadway's Bandanna Land. His legacy as a trailblazer in the entertainment industry continues to be celebrated today.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day November 12, 1874
Birth Place Nassau, Bahamas
Age 145 YEARS OLD
Died On Mar 4, 1922 (age 47)
Birth Sign Scorpio

💰 Net worth: $14 Million (2024)

About

Comedian and vaudeville entertainer who is best remembered as the first African-American performer in the famous Ziegfeld Follies. He also starred in Broadway's Bandanna Land.

Before Fame

He and George Walker formed a popular vaudeville duo act. In 1900, they performed in a successful farce entitled Sons of Ham.

Trivia

A prominent African-American entertainer, he is regarded as one of the greatest vaudeville performers of all time.

Family Life

He married Charlotte L. Thompson in 1899.

Associated With

He and Fanny Brice both appeared in Ziegfeld Follies.

Some Bert Williams images

About the author

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