Slim Summerville

Slim Summerville was born George Joseph Somerville in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After his mother died when he was just five years old, Slim was sent to live with his grandparents in Ontario. His life is show business began at the age of 20 while working at pool hall, when he was discovered by comedic actor Edgar Kennedy. Kennedy got him a gig at Keystone Studios working for 3.50 a day. His first role was in the 1912 film comedy short, Hoffmeyer's Legacy.

Slim continued to work in the movie business for the rest of his life. In top of appearing in countless comedic shorts, he also tried his hand at directing, taking the helm of over 50 short films. His career continued into the sound era with him demonstrating his dramatic chops in films like the big screen adaption of All Quiet on the Western Front. He continued acting all the way until his death in 1946. He was 53 years old.