Charles Butterworth (actor)
Charles Edward Butterworth (July 26, 1896 – June 14, 1946) was an American actor specializing in comedic roles, often in musicals. His distinctive voice was the inspiration for the Cap'n Crunch commercials created by the Jay Ward studio: Voice actor Daws Butler based Cap'n Crunch on Butterworth's voice.
Charles Butterworth | |
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Butterworth in Second Chorus (1940) | |
| Born | July 26, 1896 South Bend, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | June 14, 1946 (aged 49) Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park, Granger, Indiana |
| Other names | Charlie Butterworth |
| Occupation(s) | Stage and film actor |
| Years active | 1926–1944 |
| Spouse |
Ethel Kenyon
(m. 1932; div. 1939) |
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