Maurice Black
Also known as Johnny Morris
Maurice Black was an American character actor who appeared in over a hundred films during the late silent and early sound eras. Born in Queens, New York, on January 13, 1891, Black worked steadily in Hollywood from 1828 until his death, taking on small but memorable roles that often cast him as tough or eccentric figures.
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Maurice Black was an American character actor who appeared in over a hundred films during the late silent and early sound eras. Born in Queens, New York, on January 13, 1891, Black worked steadily in Hollywood from 1828 until his death, taking on small but memorable roles that often cast him as tough or eccentric figures. Known professionally as Johnny Morris in some credits, Black specialized in playing supporting parts that added texture to ensemble productions, though his appearances were frequently uncredited.
Black’s filmography includes two documented roles: in the 1931 comedy No Limit, Black appeared as Happy, a minor but notable presence in the cast. Three years later, in Bride of Frankenstein, Black took the small part of Gypsy, an uncredited role that contributed to the film’s a…
