Rex Bell
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Rex Bell (born George Francis Beldam; October 16, 1903 – July 4, 1962) was an American actor and politician. Bell primarily appeared in Western films during his career. He also appeared in the 1930 movie True to the Navy, starring Clara Bow; Bell and Bow married the following year.
Quick Facts 21st Lieutenant Governor of Nevada, Governor ...
Rex Bell | |
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21st Lieutenant Governor of Nevada | |
In office January 1, 1955 – July 4, 1962 | |
Governor | Charles H. Russell Grant Sawyer |
Preceded by | Clifford A. Jones |
Succeeded by | Maude Frazier |
Personal details | |
Born | George Francis Beldam (1903-10-16)October 16, 1903 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
Died | July 4, 1962(1962-07-04) (aged 58) Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S. |
Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | |
Children | 2 |
Profession | Actor, politician |
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Bell later became involved in politics with the Nevada Republican Party and was the 21st lieutenant governor of Nevada from 1955 until his death in 1962.