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John Bowers (actor)
American actor (1885–1936)
John Bowers (born John E. Bowersox; December 25, 1885 – November 17, 1936) was an American stage and silent film actor who starred in 94 films including several short subjects.
He has been identified as being an inspiration for the character Norman Maine in A Star Is Born (1937).
Early life and career
Born John E. Bowersox in Garrett, Indiana, to George and Ida Bowersox, John Bowers attended Huntington Business College in Huntington, Indiana, where he became interested in acting.
He joined a stock stage group and traveled until he landed in New York City in 1912, where he appeared in Broadway productions.
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Bowers began his film career in 1914. Within five years, he became one of the most popular leading men. During his career he co-starred frequently with Marguerite De La Motte, whom he later married.
Like many silent film stars, Bowers saw his career collapse when talkies became the standard.
Death
On November 17,