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John Boles Biography
Birth Name:John Love Boles
Birth Place:Greenville, Texas, United States
Profession Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- In 1917, he earned a degree from the University of Texas
- Would frequently perform in various musical films
- In 1926, he performed in the Broadway musical "Kitty's Kisses․"
- In 1943, he performed in the Broadway comedy "One Touch of Venus․"
- Made his debut on Broadway in the 1923 play "Little Jesse James․"
- Performed in the 1925 Broadway production "Mercenary Mary․"
- During World War I, he served as a spy for the United States
Awards
- 1930Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (June): winner
- 1931Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (June): winner
- 1932Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (September): winner
- 1934Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (February): winner
- 1934Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (November): winner
- 1936Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (February): winner
- 1936Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (November): winner