John Merton

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John Merton (born Myrtland F. LaVarre; February 18, 1901 September 19, 1959) was an American film actor.[1][2] He appeared in more than 250 films between 1927 and 1959, mostly as a villain. He was the brother of filmmaker André de la Varre and William LaVarre and the grandfather of actress Diane Delano.

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John Merton
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Merton in Zorro's Fighting Legion, 1939
Born
Myrtland F. LaVarre

(1901-02-18)February 18, 1901
Seattle, Washington, United States
DiedSeptember 19, 1959(1959-09-19) (aged 58)
OccupationActor
Years active1927–1959
SpouseEsther (divorced)
Children6
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