Wheeler Oakman

Wheeler Oakman

Publicity photograph of Oakman for The Spoilers (1914)
Born February 21, 1890
Washington, D.C., United States
Died March 19, 1949(1949-03-19) (aged 59)
Van Nuys, California, United States
Occupation Actor

Wheeler Oakman (February 21, 1890 – March 19, 1949) was an American film actor.[1]

Career

Oakman appeared in over 280 films between 1912 and 1948. He usually portrayed a henchman, and rarely had a leading role.

In 1932, he appeared alongside John Wayne in Texas Cyclone.

Personal life

Oakman was married at one time to Priscilla Dean, his costar in Outside the Law (1920).

He died in Van Nuys, California at age 59. Wheeler Oakman was interred at Pierce Brothers Valhalla Memorial Park in North Hollywood, California.

Selected filmography

References

External links

Wheeler Oakman at Find a Grave

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