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- Birth nameGeorge Jarvis McFarlane
- George MacFarlane was born on November 17, 1878 in Frontenac, Ontario, Canada. He was an actor, known for The Painted Angel (1929), Nix on Dames (1929) and Happy Days (1929). He was married to Viola Gillette. He died on February 22, 1932 in Hollywood, California, USA.
- SpouseViola Gillette(April 10, 1920 - February 22, 1932) (his death)
- Struck and killed by an automobile as he was crossing a street to mail a letter. McFarlane had been in a hurry to attend the premiere of his latest movie.
- Had also been a well known singer who performed in comic operas, musical comedies and as a solo artist. Was billed as "America's Favorite Baritone".
- Produced Broadway hits "Honest Liar" and "Rainbow Road".
- 2nd wife, singer Viola Gillette, was appearing in an Al Jolson show when her husband was killed.
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