Charles Chaplin, Jr.
Charles Chaplin Jr. ( born May 5, 1925 in Beverly Hills, USA, † March 20, 1968 in Hollywood, California ) was an American actor.
Life and Family
Charles Chaplin Jr. was the first son of Charles Chaplin. His mother was the actress Lita Grey. His half-siblings from his father's later marriages include the actresses Geraldine Chaplin ( born 1944 ) and Josephine Chaplin.
In 1952 Chaplin made his film debut alongside his father in the spotlight. After playing mostly supporting roles in thirteen productions, he retired in 1960 back from the movie. Charles Chaplin, Jr. died in his mother's house to a blood clot.
Publication
- My father Charlie Chaplin, publisher Diana, Konstanz, 1961
Quote
Charles Chaplin, Jr. wrote about the similarity of his father in the role of Tramp with Adolf Hitler:
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