Welcome to DU! The truly grassroots left-of-center political community where regular people, not algorithms, drive the discussions and set the standards. Join the community: Create a free account Support DU (and get rid of ads!): Become a Star Member Latest Breaking News Editorials & Other Articles General Discussion The DU Lounge All Forums Issue Forums Culture Forums Alliance Forums Region Forums Support Forums Help & Search

mahatmakanejeeves

(60,935 posts)
Mon Aug 8, 2022, 09:05 AM Aug 2022

On August 7, 1927, actor Carl 'Alfalfa' Switzer was born.

Actor Carl 'Alfalfa' Switzer was #BornOnThisDay, August 7, 1927. A child star in films, Our Gang (1930s-1940s), but as an adult unable to secure film work. Passed in 1959 fatally shot (age 31) in an #alcoholic fueled dispute over 50 dollars.#RIP #GoneTooSoon #truecrime #homicide


2 replies = new reply since forum marked as read
Highlight: NoneDon't highlight anything 5 newestHighlight 5 most recent replies
On August 7, 1927, actor Carl 'Alfalfa' Switzer was born. (Original Post) mahatmakanejeeves Aug 2022 OP
Didn't realize that things turned so tragic for Alfalfa True Dough Aug 2022 #1
Well, he was in It's a Wonderful Life. Briefly. rsdsharp Aug 2022 #2
Latest Discussions»Culture Forums»Movies»On August 7, 1927, actor ...