
Neil Fletcher
Neil Fletcher (1904-1988) Neil Fletcher was an American actor, born on July 31, 1904, in Denton, Texas. Though his filmography primarily consists of roles in "B" movies, he left a distinct mark on the genre, appearing in cult classics such as "In the Year 2889" (1969), "Beyond the Time Barrier" (1960), "Creature of Destruction" (1968), and "Deadly Blessing" (1981), where he played a gravedigger. Before his career in film, Fletcher was a vaudeville performer and a member of the Madcap Players. He also worked extensively in radio, showcasing his versatile talent. Beyond acting, he is perhaps equally well-known as the co-founder, alongside his brother Carl, of Fletcher's Original State Fair Corny Dogs, a beloved and iconic food vendor at the State Fair of Texas. Fletcher was married to Minerva May Baker. He passed away on December 20, 1988, in Dallas, Texas, after a battle with cancer. His contributions to both film and Texan culinary culture have solidified his place in the state's history.
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- 1981 ยทDeadly Blessingas Gravedigger
- 1976 ยทThings to Comeas
- 1969 ยทIn the Year 2889as Captain John Ramsey
- 1968 ยทMars Needs Womenas Secretary of Defense
- 1967 ยทZontar: The Thing from Venusas General Matt Young
- 1967 ยทCreature of Destructionas Sam Crane
- 1967 ยทSamas
- 1960 ยทBeyond the Time Barrieras Air Force Chief