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Musicals101.com presents
Curly Wright:
A Life in Vaudeville and Hollywood

Go to: The Life of Armand Wright - by his wife, Marie Suzon Wright

A studio photo of Armand Wright from the 1940's
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When Candace Escobedo wrote in asking if I had any interest in seeing the memorabilia from her grandfather's long career in vaudeville and Hollywood, I was fascinated. She offered a treasure trove of photos, stories and other material, and Musicals101.com is delighted to offer this unique look at a life in 20th Century show business. Armand "Curly" Wright (1886-1965) is barely remembered today for his work as a character actor in dozens of films, but he was also a respected writer, vaudeville headliner and director of the first sound Our Gang comedy. As show business evolved, he moved right along with it. My thanks to Candace and her family for the privilege of presenting their legacy.

(Please note that the photos and biographical text in this section are the Escobedo family's exclusive private property, and are not to be reproduced elsewhere without their express permission.)

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