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John Larkin

"Jolly" John Larkin was the stage name for John Larkin Smith, a vaudeville performer known as 'The Funniest Colored Comedian in the World'. Larkin successfully transitioned to the screen in 1931, starring in Smart Money, Sporting Blood, and Alexander Hamilton. As a movie actor, Larkin became known as the "highest paid Negro actor in Hollywood." His last role was in MGM’s The Great Ziegfield.

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  • Born In Norfolk, Virginia or Wilmington, North Carolina US
  • Born November 25, 1877
  • Died March 18, 1936
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Pursuit

1935
as Deacon

The Wet Parade

1932
as Moses

Men Of Chance

1931
as Black Horse Handler

Stage Mother

1933
as The Porter

So Big!

1932
as Jeff

Lena Rivers

1932
as Lucifer Jones

Diamond Jim

1935
as Butler

Washington Merry-Go-Round

1932
as Train Conductor with Telegram

Sporting Blood

1931
as Uncle Ben

Ann Vickers

1933
as Black Trusty