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William Haines
Charles William "Billy" Haines (January 2, 1900 – December 26, 1973) was an Americanmovieactor and interior designer. He was a popular star of the silent movie era.
In 1933, MGM studio head Louis B. Mayer fired the gay actor because he did not want to enter into a marriage of convenience.[1][2] Haines never returned to movies. Instead, he started a successful interior design business with his lifelong male partner Jimmie Shields.
Early life
[change | change source]Haines was born Charles William Haines on January 2, 1900 in Staunton, Virginia. He sang in the choir of Trinity Episcopal Church.
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He spent much time in the local movie theater. Haines ran away from home at 14 with his boyfriend. They opened a dance hall in Hopewell, Virginia. The Haines family found their son.
Jimmie shields and william hainesHe returned home to help support his sick father. He found his way to New York City. He joined the gay community in Greenwich Village. He did some modelling. He was disco
