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Billy Barty (born William John Bertanzetti, October 25, 1924 – December 23, 2000) was an American actor and activist. In adult life, he stood 3 feet, 9 inches (1.14 m) tall, due to cartilage–hair hypoplasia dwarfism, and because of his short stature he was often cast in movies opposite taller performers for comic effect. He specialized in outspoken or wisecracking characters. During the 1950s, he became a television star, appearing regularly in the Spike Jones ensemble.
Known For
Legend
(1985)
Screwball
Willow
(1988)
High Aldwin
Masters of the Universe
(1987)
Gwildor
The Lord of the Rings
(1978)
Character Actor (voice)
Gold Diggers of 1933
(1933)
Baby in "Pettin' in the Park" Number (uncredited)
Bride of Frankenstein
(1935)
Baby (uncredited)
UHF
(1989)
Noodles MacIntosh
Tough Guys
(1986)
Philly
The Day of the Locust
(1975)
Abe Kusich
Life Stinks
(1991)
Willy
Foul Play
(1978)
J.J. MacKuen
Nothing Sacred
(1937)
Boy Biting Wally's Ankle (uncredited)
Alice in Wonderland
(1933)
White Pawn / The Baby (uncredited)
Won Ton Ton: The Dog Who Saved Hollywood
(1976)
Assistant Director
The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm
(1962)
The Court Jester (segment "The Dancing Princess") (uncredited)