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The Story of Will Rogers (titled onscreen as The Story of Will Rogers as told by His Wife)is a 1952 American Comedy Western film biography of humorist and movie star Will Rogers, directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Will Rogers Jr. as his father. The supporting cast features and Jane Wyman.
The Story of Will Rogers: Directed by Michael Curtiz. With Will Rogers Jr., Jane Wyman, Carl Benton Reid, Eve Miller. The homespun humorist and social critic starts as a cowboy and goes on to vaudeville, movies, and radio.
Rogers began his career as a performer on vaudeville. His rope act led to success in the Ziegfeld Follies, which in turn led to the first of his many movie contracts. His 1920s syndicated newspaper column and his radio appearances increased his visibility and popularity.
Apr 2, 2014 · (1879-1935) Who Was Will Rogers? After performing in Wild West shows as a young man, Will Rogers broke into vaudeville and then Broadway. His folksy wit and common sense attitude made him one...
Brief Synopsis. Oklahoma lad grows up to become America's favorite humorist. Cast & Crew. Read More. Michael Curtiz. Director. Will Rogers Jr. His father [Will Rogers] Jane Wyman. Mrs. Will [Betty Blake] Rogers. Carl Benton Reid. Clem Rogers. Eve Miller. Cora Marshall. James Gleason. Bert Lynn. Photos & Videos. View All. Film Details. Also Known As
May 31, 2024 · Will Rogers (born November 4, 1879, Cherokee Territory, U.S. [near present-day Claremore, Oklahoma]—died August 15, 1935, near Point Barrow, Alaska) was an American entertainer, radio personality, film actor, and writer who was famous for his pithy and homespun humour and social commentary.
Aug 5, 2020 · Between 1915 and 1935, Cowboy Philosopher Will Rogers, who brightened the dark days of the Great Depression with words of compassion and common sense, became a Broadway star, a top male movie box...
