Emory Parnell

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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Emory Parnell (December 29, 1892 – June 22, 1979) was an American vaudeville performer and actor who appeared in over 250 films in his 36-year career. He was nicknamed "The Big Swede" and was sometimes credited as "Emery" or "Parnel". Seeking better opportunities in Hollywood, Parnell and his wife moved to Los Angeles, California, where, helped by his red-faced Irish look of frustration, he immediately began to appear in films in a variety of role, such as policemen, doormen, landlords, and small town businessmen. One of his first films was Doctor Rhythm (1938). Although his appearances were often in "B" films, such as the Ma and Pa Kettle series, he also made credible showings in "A" films as well. One notable part was as a Paramount studio executive who sang about avoiding libel suits to open 1941's Louisiana Purchase. Parnell was also part of...

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Perry MasonSeries • 1957The Andy Griffith ShowSeries • 1960MaverickSeries • 1957Petticoat JunctionSeries • 1963Four Star PlayhouseSeries • 1952I Love LucySeries • 1951CheyenneSeries • 1955Green AcresSeries • 1965Medical CenterSeries • 1969LawmanSeries • 195877 Sunset StripSeries • 1958Bat MastersonSeries • 1958GunsmokeSeries • 1955Mister EdSeries • 1961Dennis the MenaceSeries • 1959The Real McCoysSeries • 1957The TexanSeries • 1958SugarfootSeries • 1957The Life Of RileySeries • 1953Mayberry R.F.D.Series • 1968Navy LogSeries • 1955The Abbott and Costello ShowSeries • 1952The Adventures of Wild Bill HickokSeries • 1951Public DefenderSeries • 1954