Frank Alexander: Frank Alexander. Actor: The Wizard of Oz. Frank "Fatty" Alexander was an obese comedian who appeared in silent one- and two-reel slapstick comedies as a side-kick before co-starring with two other heavyweights, Hilliard Karr and 'Kewpie Ross' in F.B.O.'s low-budget "Ton of Fun" series at the end of the silent era. Born in Olympia, Washington on May 25, 1879, Frank Alexander was a cowboy and stage driver prior to ballooning...
Known For: The Wizard of Oz (Prince of WhalesUncle Henry), His Home Sweet Home (A Crook), S.O.S. Perils of the Sea (Cook), Kid Speed (Mr. Avery DuPoys)