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Ned Sparks

Born
Nov 18, 1883 · Aged 73
Died
Apr 3, 1957
Place of birth
Guelph, Ontario, Canada
Gender
Male
Movie credits
81
TV credits
1
Also known as (2)
  • Edward Arthur Sparkman
  • Ned A. Sparks

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Ned Sparks (born Edward Arthur Sparkman, November 19, 1883 – April 3, 1957) was a Canadian-born character actor of the American stage and screen. Sparks was known for his deadpan expression and deep, gravelly voice. Born in Guelph, Ontario, Sparks left home at age 16 and attempted to work as a gold prospector on the Klondike Gold Rush. After running out of money, he won a spot as a singer on a traveling musical company's tour. At age 19, he returned to Canada and briefly attended a Toronto seminary. After leaving the seminary, he worked for the railroad…