Billy Nelson | |
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Born | William Nelson July 19, 1903 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
Died | June 13, 1979 Santa Monica, California, U.S. | (aged 75)
Occupation(s) | Film and television actor |
Years active | 1935–1961 |
Spouse | Irene Knight |
Billy Nelson (born William Nelson; July 19, 1903 – June 13, 1979) was an American vaudeville comedian and actor who appeared in over 80 films and television programs. He was featured several times on one of the iconic black and white TV series of the 1950s Adventures of Superman; his appearances are still seen on television today.
He also played roles in the historic Hal Roach short comedy films as one of Hal Roach's All-Stars in the two-reel films often shown in theaters during the World War II era.