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Ben Turpin (Bernard Turpin) was born on 19 September, 1869 in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, is an actor,director,soundtrack. Discover Ben Turpin's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 71 years old?

Popular As Bernard Turpin
Occupation actor,director,soundtrack
Age 71 years old
Zodiac Sign Virgo
Born 19 September 1869
Birthday 19 September
Birthplace New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Date of death 1 July, 1940
Died Place Santa Monica, California, USA
Nationality United States

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Ben Turpin Height, Weight & Measurements

At 71 years old, Ben Turpin height is 5' 4" (1.63 m) .

Physical Status
Height 5' 4" (1.63 m)
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Who Is Ben Turpin's Wife?

His wife is Babette Elizabeth Dietz (8 July 1926 - 1 July 1940) ( his death), Carrie Turpin (18 February 1907 - 3 October 1925) ( her death), Norma Koch (24 February 1898 - 26 March 1904) ( her death)

Family
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Wife Babette Elizabeth Dietz (8 July 1926 - 1 July 1940) ( his death), Carrie Turpin (18 February 1907 - 3 October 1925) ( her death), Norma Koch (24 February 1898 - 26 March 1904) ( her death)
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Ben Turpin Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Ben Turpin worth at the age of 71 years old? Ben Turpin’s income source is mostly from being a successful Actor. He is from United States. We have estimated Ben Turpin's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
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Source of Income Actor

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1869

First of all, the cross-eyed comedian of silent days was not born that way. Supposedly his right eye slipped out of alignment while playing the role of the similarly afflicted Happy Hooligan in vaudeville and it never adjusted. Ironically, it was this disability that would enhance his comic value and make him a top name. Ben Turpin was born in New Orleans in 1869, the son of a French-born confectionery store owner. When 7 years old, his father moved to New York's lower East Side. A wanderlust fellow by nature, Turpin lived the life of a hobo in his early adult years. He started up his career by chance while bumming in Chicago where he drew laughs at parties. An ad in a newspaper looking for comedy acts caught his eye and he successfully booked shows along with a partner. Going solo, he performed on the burlesque circuit as well as under circus tents and invariably entertained his audiences by doing tricks, vigorous pratfalls and, of course, crossing his eyes. One of his more familiar sight gags was a backwards tumble he called the "108. " He happened upon the Happy Hooligan persona while playing on the road and kept the hapless character as part of routine for 17 years.

1907

He started in films at age 38 in 1907, joining Essanay Studios shortly after the company began operating in Chicago. He also became their resident janitor for a spell. He stayed with the company for two years but remained on the edges of obscurity. Appearing sporadically in silent comedy shorts, he typically played dorky characters who always did something wrong. His big break came when he returned to Essanay and was introduced to Charles Chaplin, who immediately took to him and set him up with Mack Sennett.

1917

By 1917 Sennett had turned Turpin into a top comedy draw. With his trademark crossed eyes and thick mustache, he made scores of slapstick films alongside the likes of Mabel Normand and 'Roscoe 'Fatty' Arbuckle', among others.

1923

Most notable were his films that parodied hit movies of the day such as his The Shriek of Araby (1923), in which his character lampooned Rudolph Valentino. Turpin's true forte was impersonating the most dashingly romantic and sophisticated stars of the day and turning them into clumsy oafs.

1924

Turpin retired from full time acting in 1924 to care for his ailing wife Canadian comedy actress Carrie Turpin (nee LeMieux). After her death the following year he returned but his marquee value had slipped drastically. The advent of sound pretty much marked the end to his special brand of physical comedy.

1940

The 300 mourners at Turpin's 1940 funeral read like a "Who's Who" of silent comedy. Included were Buster Keaton, Hank Mann, Billy Bevan, Del Lord, Andy Clyde, James Finlayson, Al St. John, Charles Murray, Dot Farley, etc. Former mentor Charles Chaplin sent a seven foot spray of red roses.

1960

He was posthumously awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 1651 Vine Street in Hollywood, California on February 8, 1960.