William Gillespie

Biography

William Gillespie (24 January 1894 – 23 June 1938) was a Scottish actor. Gillespie started in Hollywood films from the silent era. He played in about 180 films between 1915 and 1939, although his appearances were often uncredited. Gillespie frequently appeared in Hal Roach comedies from 1917, usually as stuffy official or manager. He supported such "slapstick comedians" as Charlie Chaplin, Charley Chase, Our Gang, and Laurel and Hardy, but was most prolific supporting Harold Lloyd in 60 films.

Known For

Safety Last!

as General Manager's Assistant (uncredited)

The Immigrant

as Violinist (uncredited)

The Music Box

as Piano Salesman (uncredited)

The Cure

as Patient (uncredited)

Never Weaken

as The Doctor (uncredited)

They Won't Believe Me

Why Worry?

as Ship's Officer (uncredited)

Cabin in the Sky

as Soloist in 'Little Black Sheep' (uncredited)

Haunted Spooks

as The Lawyer (uncredited)

High and Dizzy

as (uncredited)