Lee 'Lasses' White
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Leroy Robert White (August 28, 1888 – December 16, 1949), better known as Lee "Lasses" White or Leroy (sometimes Le Roy or Lee Roy) "Lasses" White, was an American vaudeville pianist, songwriter and entertainer who became an actor of the stage, screen and radio. He became famous doing minstrel shows during the early part of the 1900s, and wrote one of the first copyrighted twelve-bar blues, "Nigger Blues". After spending some time on radio, White entered the film industry in the late 1930s. During his eleven-year career he appeared in over 70 films.
Lee 'Lasses' White Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Lee 'Lasses' White reflects exceptional commercial consistency. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Lee 'Lasses' White's work falls within the Western genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 72% of Lee 'Lasses' White's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Riders of the Dawn, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Lee 'Lasses' White Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Lee 'Lasses' White's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Lee 'Lasses' White has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1950 | The Texan Meets Calamity Jane | Colorado Charley | Hit | Similar → |
| 1950 | The Iroquois Trail | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Red Rock Outlaw | Lasses | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | Mississippi Rhythm | Dixie Dalrymple | Hit | Similar → |
| 1949 | El Paso | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | The Valiant Hombre | Whiskers | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1948 | Indian Agent | Inky | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Panhandle | Old Man Bush (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1948 | Albuquerque | Stage Passenger with Juke (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Louisiana | Old Timer | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | The Wistful Widow of Wagon Gap | Shotgun Rider (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1947 | Cheyenne | Charlie (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Song of the Wasteland | Doc Henderson | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Six-Gun Serenade | Lasses | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Rainbow Over the Rockies | Lasses | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1947 | Ginger | Gramps McTavish | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Song of the Sierras | 'Lasses' White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Trail to Mexico | 'Lasses' White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Without Reservations | Marine (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | West of the Alamo | Texas Ranger 'Lasses' White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1946 | Moon Over Montana | Lasses White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Lonesome Trail | Lasses White | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | Riders of the Dawn | Lasses White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Saddle Serenade | 'Lasses' White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Springtime in Texas | Lasses White | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | In Old New Mexico | Clem Petty | Hit | Similar → |
| 1945 | Dillinger | Cement Contractor (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Belle of the Yukon | Wagon Driver (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1944 | Song of the Range | Lasses | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | Alaska | Mark Bennett | Hit | Similar → |
| 1944 | When Strangers Marry | Old Man | Average | Similar → |
| 1943 | The Unknown Guest | Joe Williams | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Something to Shout About | Uncle Bert | Hit | Similar → |
| 1943 | Cinderella Swings It | Ed Potts | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Mug Town | Pirkle | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | The Talk of the Town | Hound Keeper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Come on Danger | Whopper | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Land of the Open Range | Whopper | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1942 | Riding the Wind | Whopper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Dude Cowboy | Prof. Whopper Hatch | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Bandit Trail | Whopper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Sergeant York | Luke - Target Keeper (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Six-Gun Gold | Whopper | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Cyclone on Horseback | Whopper | Average | Similar → |
| 1941 | Scattergood Pulls the Strings | Ed Potts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | The Roundup | Sam Snead | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1941 | Scattergood Baines | Ed Potts | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Dance, Girl, Dance | Bailey Brothers' Stage Manager (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Oklahoma Renegades | Jim Keith | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1939 | Rovin' Tumbleweeds | Storekeeper | Average | Similar → |
Lee 'Lasses' White - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Lee 'Lasses' White?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Lee 'Lasses' White is "Riders of the Dawn" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Lee 'Lasses' White acted in?
Lee 'Lasses' White has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Lee 'Lasses' White?
Other notable films include "Oklahoma Renegades", "Land of the Open Range", and "West of the Alamo".