Slim Pickens

A rodeo legend turned Hollywood icon, Slim Pickens rides from dusty circuits to big-screen stardom, becoming the unforgettable comic—and dangerous—force behind some of cinema's most iconic Western roles.

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1919

Died

1983

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In short · Acted for five decades — 86 credits.

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Biography

Louis Burton Lindley, known professionally as Slim Pickens, was an American actor and rodeo performer who began his career in rodeo before moving into acting. He appeared in numerous films and television shows, often being cast in cowboy roles. His comedic performances include appearances in *Dr. Strangelove*, *Blazing Saddles* and *1941*, while he also played a villainous part in *One‑Eyed Jacks* alongside Marlon Brando.

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