Napoleon Whiting

Napoleon Whiting also appeared as the butler in the movie Giant.Napoleon Whiting (September 21, 1910, Mississippi – October 22, 1984, Los Angeles, California), was an American character actor.He played many bit parts, often uncredited, as a menial worker such as the black butler, a stereotypical role.Whiting was best known to television audiences for his work as Silas on The Big Valley, a typecast but highly visible role.

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