Canutt, Yakima, 1895-1986
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- Canutt, Yakima, 1895-1986
- Biography:
- Born Enos Edward Canutt, Yakima Canutt (November 29, 1895-May 24, 1986) was an American rodeo rider, actor, stuntman and director. "Born Enos Edward Canutt on November 29, 1895, in Colfax, WA, he began working on ranches while in his youth and at the age of 17 signed on as a trick rider with a Wild West show, where he ultimately won the title of Rodeo World Champion. Billing himself as Eddie Canutt, "the Man From Yakima," in 1917 he met Hollywood cowboy star Tom Mix, who recruited him as a stunt man. Quickly he became one of the leading fall guys in the industry, with a knack for horse spills and wagon wrecks. Over and over again, Canutt brought Western reelers to a rousing finale by doubling as the hero as he leapt from his horse to tackle a villain attempting to flee from the long arm of the law." (From: http://www.blockbuster.com/catalog/personDetails/73998) (Viewed 5/1/08)
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- Canutt, Yakima, 1895-1986
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