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Maynard, Kermit, 1897-1971

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Kermit Maynard was a stunt actor and circus performer, known for performing uncredited in over a hundred films and television series between the 1920s and 1960s. Born on September 20, 1897 in Vevay, Indiana, Maynard performed parimarily in westerns in both silent and sound films. Of his numerous roles, he is credited for performing stunts in the Howard Hughes-produced "The Conqueror." Maynard died on January 16, 1971 in North Hollywood, California.

Sources:

"Kermit Maynard." Find a Grave. August 28, 1999. Accessed October 28, 2021. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/6243/kermit-maynard

"Kermit Maynard." Turner Classic Movies. 2021. Accessed October 28, 2021. https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/person/125636%7C93944/Kermit-Maynard