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Bruce Lester

Jun 06, 1912 - Jun 13, 2008 (96 years old) in Johannesburg, South Africa

Bruce Lester appeared in films from the 1930s into the 1950s, mainly in supporting roles. He was born Bruce Lister in Johannesburg, South Africa and later resided in England. After studying at Brighton College, he began his career on the London Stage and made his big screen debut in 1934. Lester's co-stars included Ronald Colman, Boris Karloff, James Cagney, Ray Milland and Joan Crawford. His film credits include, "To Be a Lady" (1934), "The Third Clue" (1934), "Boy Meets Girl" (1938), "The Witness Vanishes" (1939), "British Intelligence" (1940), "Pride and Prejudice" (1940), "The Letter" (1940, "Above Suspicion" (1943), "Golden Earrings" (1947), "The Fool and the Princess" (1948) and "Tarzan and the Trappers" (1958).

Known For

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Four Star Playhouse
1st Club Member
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The Invisible Man Returns
Chaplain (uncredited)
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Ourselves Alone
2nd Lieut. Lingard
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The Mysterious Doctor
Lt. Christopher 'Kit' Hilton
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Golden Earrings
Richard Byrd
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Hail and Farewell
Peter Dove
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Pride and Prejudice
Mr. Bingley
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A Yank in the R.A.F.
Flight Lt. Sterling Richardson
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The Witness Vanishes
Lord Noel Stratton
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Tarzan and the Trappers
Commissioner Brandini

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