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Matthew Beard Jr. was a child actor, most famous for playing Stymie in the Our Gang short comedy films of 1930–1935. The role was so well known that he adopted the name Stymie Beard, and was so credited in some later roles, such as his 1978 appearance in The Buddy Holly Story.

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Dogs Is Dogs, directed by Robert F. McGowan. Performances by Matthew Beard, Robert Hutchins, Dorothy DeBorba, Sherwood Bailey. MGM. 1931. / The Little Rascals: The ClassicFlix Restorations Vol.2 [Blu-ray]. (2021). Lincoln, CA: ClassicFlix.

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Bonita Granville-Matthew "Stymie" Beard "The beloved brat" 1938, de Arthur Lubin.

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Matthew “Stymie” Beard Jr. (1925-1981)

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Matthew ‘Stymie’ Beard and George ‘Spanky’ McFarland in an "Our Gang" production from January 1932.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Dana Andrews, Matthew/Stymie Beard, Brahms’s 1879 Violin Concerto in D, Greg Carmichael (Acoustic Alchemy), Johnny Cash’s 1st free concert @ San Quentin (1960) w/Merle Haggard in the “audience,” Morris Chestnut, Xavier Cugat, Douglas David, Joseph Donkoh, Morgan Fisher (Mott the Hoople), Grandmaster Flash, E.M. Forster, Philip Glass’s 2012 SYMPHONY NO. 9, Rocky Graziano, Ty Hardin, the Hearts of Space radio series (1983), Miki Higashino, Huntingdon High School (PA), Milt “Bags” Jackson, web  journalist Kathy Kolb, Carole Landis, Charles Matongo, Country Joe McDonald, Lorenzo de' Medici, Makori Mokua, Colin Morgan, Arthur Prysock, Paul Revere (the Revolutionary), Paul Revere & the Raiders (1958), Betsy Ross, Nathaniel Shilkret, Simon & Garfunkel’s 1966 “Sounds of Silence” single, Shelby Steele, Tank, TOP OF THE POPS TV show (1964), Ari Up (The Slits), “Mad Anthony” Wayne, Huldrych Zwingli and my former neighbor, occasional collaborator, and Renaissance Man, Bill Stefanacci—globe-trotting film-maker, martial arts expert, surfer, yoga enthusiast, and mastermind behind the band Funk Dub Division.

Beyond guiding the musical brain trust of FDD, Bill is immersed in the physics and electronics of psycho acoustics. Published in over 800 journals, his theories on sub-atomic particle/wave arrays in DNA are accepted by the global science community as the bridge between the material world and consciousness itself. Bill is also the head of ESA Productions, creating documentaries and films for educational television. Musically he has worked Hugh Masakela, Les McCann, Metallica, Judy Mowatt, The Persuasions, Third World, Pamela Z, and various classical/world music ensembles. As for Funk Dub Division, they’re not just music—they’re a state of mind involving funk, dub, soul, experimental, and electronic moshing featuring some of world music's tightest players and vocalists blend in a digital, psychedelic amalgamation. On a cosmic turntable they play next to Black Uhuru, Miles Davis, Martin Denny, Thelonious Monk, Rufus, Ravi Shankar, and William Burroughs. Have some fun in 2024 with FDD’s music—and HB BS!

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The Little Rascals Cast Now: A Look Back at the Original Our Gang

The original our gang cast, known as Our Gang, first debuted in 1922, introducing viewers to a lovable group of neighborhood kids. Each character, from Spanky to Alfalfa, was distinct, contributing to the show's timeless appeal. The Little Rascals cast in 1930 showcased talents like Billie “Buckwheat” Thomas, who transitioned from acting to a career in film editing after serving in the Army. George “Spanky” McFarland became a beloved figure, hosting his own children’s show after his time in the gang.

Other notable members included Matthew “Stymie” Beard, who overcame addiction to become a drug awareness advocate, and Carl “Alfalfa” Switzer, whose life ended tragically at 31. Despite their varied paths, the original Our Gang cast remains unforgettable, inspiring countless revivals and spinoffs. Today, the legacy of the Little Rascals cast now continues to resonate with fans of all ages. Who was your favorite rascal?

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Tommy Bond and Dorothy DeBorba watch in awe as Matthew "Stymie" Beard plays the harmonica in this promotional photo for MUSH AND MILK (1933). https://www.instagram.com/p/CniEM_svgjo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Matthew Beard Jr. (January 1, 1925 – January 8, 1981) was an actor. He was most famous for portraying the character of Stymie in the Our Gang from 1930 to 1935. The role was so high-profile that he adopted the name Stymie Beard, being credited as such in some later roles, such as his 1978 appearance in The Buddy Holly Story. He was a native of Los Angeles. He played baby parts in many films. In contrast to Farina, the character he replaced, he was a slick-tongued con artist who always was self-assured, nonchalant, and ready with a sly comment as well as clever ideas to solve the problems he faced. He could offer a sound, common sense that helped resolve the dilemmas of his playmates. The character's trademark was a bald head crowned by an oversize derby hat. He is the only member of Our Gang who replaced one of the original gang members and was in turn replaced by one who stayed until the series disbanded. The then five-year-old came to the series a year after the transition from the silent/early sound era. He had the distinction of being with the gang from the sound movies of the early 1930s through the transitional period in the mid-1930s. He was loaned out from Hal Roach Studios to Samuel Goldwyn Productions for Eddie Cantor's Kid Millions. He and other Our Gang kids appear in the "ice cream fantasy sequence". In the 1960s, he checked himself into Synanon, a drug rehabilitation facility and cult in Los Angeles, and ended his heroin use. He made a small comeback, appearing in small roles in feature films and episodes of television shows such as Sanford and Son, The Jeffersons, Maude, and Good Times where he had a recurring role (1974–1977) as Monty. He appeared in the film The Buddy Holly Story as a member of the backstage crew at the Apollo Theatre, wearing his trademark bowler hat. He traveled around the country, giving lectures on drug-abuse awareness. #africanhistory365 #africanexcellence https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm37ZxSLa5Z/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Happy Birthday, Matthew "Stymie" Beard (1925-1981)

The oversize derby hat he wore reportedly was a gift from Stan Laurel, his idol, who often worked just a studio away from the Rascals. In fact, Stannie sometimes bought young Matthew ice cream. Stymie later learned that in the tradition of the English music hall, the derby hat represented a crown of comedy, further cementing the admiration he had for Mr. Laurel. [Fandom]

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The Beloved Brat (A Dangerous Age) (1938) Arthur Lubin

May 10th 2021

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Mrs. Fern Carter and Our Gang children

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Noirvember Day 11 (2/3) - Dead Reckoning (1947)

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Dickie Moore as Dickie, Matthew Beard as Stymie and George McFarland as Spanky in, "Birthday Blues," a 1932 Our Gang series release.

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Here are 10 things you should know about Matthew "Stymie" Beard, born on January 1, 1925. Like many child actors, he went through a rough patch as he grew into adulthood, but he emerged from it and acted till the end.