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Bert Lytell Facts
| Sign | Pisces |
| Born |
Feb 24, 1885 New York City, NY |
| Died |
Sep 28, 1954 New York City, NY |
| Age | Died at 69 |
| Total Facts | 3 |
Brother of actor Wilfred Lytell.
Served on a civilian committee during World War II and urged the USO to stage "Macbeth" at Fort Meade, Maryland. All were surprised when the soldiers requested "more of that Shakespeare stuff."
The handsome, dashing matinee idol introduced two classic sleuths to the screen: The Lone Wolf and Boston Blackie.