Dewey Barto
Dewey Barto (June 10, 1896 – January 31, 1973) was best known as the shorter half of the comedic and acrobatic dance act, Barto and Mann. He was the father of actress Nancy Walker, known earlier in life as "Nan Barto".
Dewey Barto | |
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Barto on board the Cunard ship RMS Mauretania on a cruise to Cuba and the Caribbean Sea; photograph taken by his partner George Mann in March, 1933 | |
| Born | Steward Stephen Swoyer June 10, 1896 Reading, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | January 31, 1973 (aged 76) |
| Other names | Stewart Steven Swoyer Dewey Swoyer |
| Occupation(s) | Comedian, acrobat |
| Spouse | Myrtle Flemming Lawler (m. 1919-1931) |
| Children | 2, including Anna |