Reb Russell

Born

1905-05-31

Died

1977-03-16

Birthplace

Osawatomie, Kansas

Biography

Born Lafayette Russell, he was an All-State college football player, having led Northwestern University to many victories. He had his film debut with a bit part in "The All-American." (aka Sport of a Nation) Later he played in western pictures. Most remembered in "The Man from Hell," "Fighting To Live" and "Cheyenne Tornado."