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Jay Silverheels - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 26, 1912 |
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| Died | March 05, 1980 (age 67) |
| Birthplace | Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Jay Silverheels's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Tonto on the television series 'The Lone Ranger' (1949–1957) |
Intro
Jay Silverheels was a Canadian actor and athlete, best known for his role as Tonto, the Native American companion of the Lone Ranger in the American television series 'The Lone Ranger.'
Early Life & Background
Jay Silverheels was born Harold Jay Smith on the Six Nations of the Grand River First Nation in Ontario, Canada. He was of Mohawk descent and an accomplished lacrosse player in his youth, touring as a professional athlete before transitioning to a career in acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Tonto in 'The Lone Ranger' TV series from 1949 to 1957
- Appeared in films such as 'Key Largo' (1948) and 'Broken Arrow' (1950)
- Became one of the first Native American actors to achieve mainstream success in Hollywood
- Founded the Indian Actors Workshop in Los Angeles to support Native American performers
Trivia
- His birth name was Harold Jay Smith.
- He is a member of Canada's Lacrosse Hall of Fame for his athletic achievements.
- Silverheels often advocated for better roles and representation for Native Americans in Hollywood.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Jay Silverheels born?
Jay Silverheels was born the 26 May 1912.
Where is Jay Silverheels from?
Six Nations of the Grand River, Ontario, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About May 26th, 1912, in brief:
- Historical events: Princess Deokhye, the last princess of the Korean Empire, was born on May 25, 1912, at Changdeok Palace in Seoul. She was the youngest daughter of Emperor Gojong and his concubine, Yang Gwi-in. Initially, she was not recognized as a princess by Japan until 1917, when her name was formally entered into the imperial family's registry.
- Day of the week: May 26th, 1912 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Aida - Celeste Aida by Enrico Caruso
- Popular movie: The Mummy directed by D.W. Griffith
Check the link for more news and curiosities on May 26th, 1912.