Lawson Harris
William Lawson Harris (June 30, 1897 – March 31, 1948) was an American director, actor, producer, and writer who made a number of films in Australia. He came to Australia originally at the behest of Arthur Shirley to work as production manager on The Throwback (1920) and stayed out there for a number of years. Harris was the father of actor and director John Derek.
Lawson Harris | |
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| Born | William Lawson Harris June 30, 1897 Vanderburgh County, Indiana, U.S. |
| Died | March 31, 1948 (aged 50) Los Angeles County, California, U.S. |
| Resting place | Los Angeles National Cemetery |
| Occupation(s) | Director, actor, producer, writer |
| Years active | 1922–1926 |
| Spouses | Yvonne Pavis
(m. 1924; div. 1925)Dolores Johnson
(m. 1925; div. 1931) |
| Children | John Derek |
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