Matthew 'Stymie' Beard

Matthew 'Stymie' Beard

Deceased · Born: Jan 1, 1925 · Died: Jan 8, 1981

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1925 Los Angeles, California, USA
Parents
  • Johnnie Mae Beard
  • Elder Matthew Beard Sr.
Relatives
  • Bobbie 'Cotton' Beard (Sibling)
  • Rene Beard (Sibling)
  • Carlena Beard (Sibling)
  • Betty Jane Beard (Sibling)

Biography

Matthew 'Stymie' Beard, a renowned actor, entered this world on January 1, 1925, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, USA, marking the beginning of a life that would be filled with numerous memorable performances on the big screen.

As a talented thespian, Matthew 'Stymie' Beard gained recognition for his captivating presence in a trio of notable films, including 'Dogs Is Dogs' (1931),'Love Business' (1930),and 'The Pooch' (1932),showcasing his remarkable acting skills to audiences.

Matthew 'Stymie' Beard's personal life was also marked by a loving marriage to his devoted partner, Annie, with whom he shared a special bond.

Regrettably, Matthew 'Stymie' Beard's life came to an abrupt end on January 8, 1981, in his hometown of Los Angeles, California, USA, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of cinema.

Career

1981
East of Eden
East of Eden as Cotton Eye
1980
Pray TV
Pray TV as Willie Washington - Usher
1976
Disco 9000
Disco 9000 as Harold Jackson
1975
Truck Turner
Truck Turner as Jail Guard
1947
The Burning Cross
The Burning Cross as Shoeshiner (uncredited)
1945
Fallen Angel
Fallen Angel as Shoeshine Boy (uncredited)
1944
The Bridge of San Luis Rey
The Bridge of San Luis Rey as Pancho (uncredited)
1943
Stormy Weather
Stormy Weather as Stagehand (uncredited)
1941
Belle Starr
Belle Starr as Young Jake (uncredited)
1940
Broken Strings
Broken Strings as Dickey Morley
1939
Outside These Walls
Outside These Walls as Penny (uncredited)
The Great Man Votes
The Great Man Votes as Davy's Friend
Swanee River
Swanee River as Negro Boy
1938
Two-Gun Man from Harlem
Two-Gun Man from Harlem as Jimmy Thompson
The Beloved Brat
The Beloved Brat as Pinkie White
Kentucky
Kentucky as Black Child
Jezebel
Jezebel as Ti Bat
1937
Penrod and Sam
Penrod and Sam as Buzz (uncredited)
Slave Ship
Slave Ship as Black Boy on Pier
1936
Rainbow on the River
Rainbow on the River as Lilybell Jones (uncredited)
The Prisoner of Shark Island
The Prisoner of Shark Island as Boy at Dr. Mudd's Door (uncredited)
1935
Captain Blood
Captain Blood as Governor's Attendant
The Littlest Rebel
The Littlest Rebel as Black Boy (uncredited)
1934
Kid Millions
Kid Millions as Little Boy in Ice Cream Number (uncredited)
1932
1931
Fly My Kite
Fly My Kite as Stymie
Bargain Day
Bargain Day as Stymie
1930
Teacher's Pet
Teacher's Pet as Hercules
School's Out
School's Out as Hercules
Mamba
Mamba as Native Boy
1929
Hallelujah
Hallelujah as Child (uncredited)
Show Boat
Show Boat as Child
1927
My Best Girl
My Best Girl as Child (uncredited)