Bob Steele

About

Star of numerous B-Westerns who also played a role in The Big Sleep. He also appeared in the 1939 film, Of Mice and Men.

Before Fame

Starting out in vaudeville, he settled with his family in Los Angeles, California, and began his film career.

Trivia

When cowboy hero parts began drying up in the 1940s, he played Trooper Duffy on ABC's F Troop.

Family Life

He was born Robert Adrian Bradbury in Portland, Oregon. His father, Robert North Bradbury, was a prolific film director.

Associated With

Not limited to cowboy roles, he had supporting roles in acclaimed films like Howard Hawks' The Big Sleep.