George Hackathorne

George Hackathorne (February 13, 1896 – June 25, 1940) was an American actor of the silent era. He appeared in more than 50 films between 1916 and 1939.

Born(1896-02-13)February 13, 1896

Pendleton, Oregon, US

DiedJune 25, 1940(1940-06-25) (aged 44)

Los Angeles, California, US

Yearsactive1916–1938

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George Hackathorne
Stars of the Photoplay, 1924
Born	(1896-02-13)February 13, 1896 Pendleton, Oregon, US
Died	June 25, 1940(1940-06-25) (aged 44) Los Angeles, California, US
Years active	1916–1938

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Hackathorne was born and educated in Pendleton, Oregon. Despite his mother's wishes that he get a college education, he chose to be an actor.^[1] He began his career as a child actor^[2] in stock theater, after which he performed in vaudeville. He and his brother had a dramatic act that toured the United States.^[1]

On June 25, 1940, Hackathorne died in Hollywood, California, at age 44.^[3] He was buried in Hollywood Forever Cemetery.