Yakima Canutt
American rodeo rider, actor and stuntman (1895–1986) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Enos Edward "Yakima" Canutt (November 29, 1895 – May 24, 1986) was an American champion rodeo rider, actor, stuntman, and action director. He developed many stunts for films and the techniques and technology to protect stuntmen in performing them.
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Born | Enos Edward Canutt (1895-11-29)November 29, 1895 Colfax, Washington, U.S. |
Died | May 24, 1986(1986-05-24) (aged 90) North Hollywood, California, U.S. |
Resting place | Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery |
Other names | Yak Canutt |
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Years active | 1912–1975 |
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Children | 3 |
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