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Joseph Whitley(1816-1891)

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Joseph Whitley was born on 17 October 1816 in Wakefield, Yorkshire, England, UK. He was married to Sarah Whitley. He died on 12 January 1891 in New York City, New York, USA.
BornOctober 17, 1816
DiedJanuary 12, 1891(74)
BornOctober 17, 1816
DiedJanuary 12, 1891(74)
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Roundhay Garden Scene (1888)
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  • Born
    • October 17, 1816
    • Wakefield, Yorkshire, England, UK
  • Died
    • January 12, 1891
    • New York City, New York, USA(undisclosed)
  • Spouse
    • Sarah Whitley1842 - October 24, 1888 (her death, 3 children)
  • Children
    • Elizabeth Whitley
  • Relatives
      Adolphe Le Prince(Grandchild)

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    He is the earliest born male who was in a film. He also is the second oldest person to be in movies, his wife is the oldest.

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    January 12, 1891
  • How did Joseph Whitley die?
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  • How old was Joseph Whitley when he died?
    74 years old
  • Where did Joseph Whitley die?
    New York City, New York, USA
  • When was Joseph Whitley born?
    October 17, 1816

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