William Haade (March 2, 1903 – November 15, 1966) was an American film actor.[1] He appeared in more than 250 films between 1937 and 1957.[citation needed] He was born in New York City and died in Los Angeles, California.[1]
William Haade | |
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Born | New York City, U.S. | March 2, 1903
Died | November 15, 1966 Los Angeles, California, U.S. | (aged 63)
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1937–1957 |
Born and raised in Manhattan, New York City, Haade was one of four children born to Bernard Francis Haade and Annie Kelly,[2][3] one of whom died at the age of one in 1908.[4] Following the death of his birth father in 1909,[5] Haade's mother married William Bittner, resulting in the eventual acquisition of four additional half-siblings.[6]
Haade was a construction boss until he began acting, appearing in Iron Men (1936)[7] on Broadway.[8] A technical advisor to Norman Bel Geddes recommended Haade to his boss, who was seeking a fresh face for the play's lead.[9]
Haade was married once, to Anna R. Sincere. They had two sons, William Joseph and Edward John Haade.[10][11]
Haade died on November 15, 1966.[1]