Cleavon Little

About Cleavon Little

Birth Day: June 1, 1939
Birth Place: Chickasha, OK

Cleavon Little

Cleavon Little was born on June 1, 1939 in Chickasha, OK. He played the black Sheriff Bart in the classic Mel Brooks film, Blazing Saddles. His other credits include ALF, The Love Boat, Fantasy Island, and Greased Lightning.
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As per our current Database, Cleavon Little has been died on Oct 22, 1992 (age 53).

🎂 Cleavon Little - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

When Cleavon Little die, Cleavon Little was 53 years old.

Popular As Cleavon Little
Occupation Movie Actor
Age 53 years old
Zodiac Sign Gemini
Born June 1, 1939 (Chickasha, OK)
Birthday June 1
Town/City Chickasha, OK
Nationality OK

🌙 Zodiac

Cleavon Little’s zodiac sign is Gemini. According to astrologers, Gemini is expressive and quick-witted, it represents two different personalities in one and you will never be sure which one you will face. They are sociable, communicative and ready for fun, with a tendency to suddenly get serious, thoughtful and restless. They are fascinated with the world itself, extremely curious, with a constant feeling that there is not enough time to experience everything they want to see.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Cleavon Little was born in the Year of the Rabbit. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit enjoy being surrounded by family and friends. They’re popular, compassionate, sincere, and they like to avoid conflict and are sometimes seen as pushovers. Rabbits enjoy home and entertaining at home. Compatible with Goat or Pig.

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About

He played the black Sheriff Bart in the classic Mel Brooks film, Blazing Saddles. His other credits include ALF, The Love Boat, Fantasy Island, and Greased Lightning.

Before Fame

He was classically trained he studied at Julliard and acted off-Broadway in Purlie, which earned him a Tony Award.

Trivia

Societal racism barred him from making the leap to important roles in Broadway and he had to settle for comedy roles.

Family Life

He was born in Chickasha, Oklahoma. His sister was singer DeEtta Little and he was married to Valerie Wiggins from 1972-1974.

Associated With

Richard Pryor wrote the screenplay for Blazing Saddles, intending to play the sheriff role. But his provocative racial comedy routines made the studio executives hesitant to cast him.

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