Joseph W. Girard (April 2, 1871 – August 21, 1949) was an American film actor.[1] He appeared in more than 280 films between 1911 and 1944. He was born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, and died in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles.
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![]() Girard in Officer Thirteen (1932) | |
Born | Joseph W. Girard (1871-04-02)April 2, 1871 Williamsport, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | August 21, 1949(1949-08-21) (aged 78) |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1911–1944 |
Before he became an actor, Girard was a printer who worked for newspapers until he and a partner set up their own printing business in Philadelphia. Girard had an interest in the theater, however, and eventually sold his part of the printing company and focused on acting.[2]