Searching for Silent Child Movie Star Wesley Barry / Turlock California

Jeff takes the time to remember one of Hollywood's first child stars whose silent movies grossed millions of dollars but remains virtually forgotten today. History Hunters gives "Freckles" his first recognition in today's world of KZbin as Jeff finds his remains in a quiet small city far from Tinsel Town.
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[@wesleybarry4393]

Jeff - Really nice piece on my dad; he never was involved in the turkey business though. Let me know if you want any additional information on his life.

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you! I’m glad you liked it. What is the best way to contact you?

[@jimmygreen268]

never heard of him but iliked it he needs a star on the hall of fame oh what ashame

[@TimmyME]

Write something about him! Fascinating video! I'm subscribing from now on.

[@frankcasey7423]

@Jimmy Green, I totally agree! This gentleman definitely needs a star on the Hollywood walk of fame! And Jeff, I see his son had commented on your coverage of his father. Did he respond to you and is there anymore info you could share or do a follow up video perhaps? Loved to know, thank you! You do great work and I love learning history about people and locations I never known before or if I have, I love learning some things I didn’t know before. Keep it up!👍

[@jillmarshall4718]

I've never heard of Wesley Barry. This is a Great Story on his life. What I dont understand about Hollywood, After you grow up in that business, Some child stars manage to be successful, To continue in there careers, While Other's don't. That's when they turn there back on you. Wesley still managed to stay in the business, By producing and directing. He deserves a Hollywood walk of fame. Its a shame, He's been forgotten all these years. Rip Mr. Barry, Great Video Jeff🙏👍

[@daveforeman6931]

Until today, I had NOT heard of him- great story, thanks for making this !

[@scottlebaron2994]

Everything about this episode was first rate. It had an interesting story to tell and the music and film clips worked together perfectly. I'll bet when Wesley looked back at his life he was proud of his work and felt fortunate that he contributed to the history of Hollywood.

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you very much, Scott! Much appreciated!

[@rustyruss2962]

HH they don’t make stars ⭐️ like that anymore touching letter he wrote Jeff being on west coast u had pleasure meet them what joy Thank You

[@robroiboi]

Wonderfully done! Almost brought a tear to my eyes. Thank you for this bitter-sweet tribute.

[@mxnfx]

WOW!!....Thanks for keeping History alive....

[@terribethreed8464]

They should give him a Star because that was an impressive biography about him. Thank you for the work you did on this video Jeff.

[@donclark4685]

Wesley would have been a natural for Huck Finn. I enjoyed you VLOG as usual.

[@Sparose3]

Good story. Unfortunately most people are forgotten after 100 years.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks for helping us pay tribute to Wesley Barry!

[@MrMikepresley]

Thank you for sharing your talent on Wesley!

[@jbenziggy]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@fountainbiker]

A diamond in the rough find, Jeff! Who woulda thought! It is very cool that you take suggestions from subscribers and find these gems that are mostly overlooked through history. Thanks for digging this one out and presenting in a great way! I'd love to hear if Mr. Barry's son provided further information that would help you finish the story and find out if not turkey farming, what did he do in his final years in Modesto.

[@justinvernal]

Great story I never heard of oh freckles either 👌🇺🇸

[@gasparocelloman9852]

Very moving and evocative. Thank you.

[@jbenziggy]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you very much!

[@jack2breeze]

There was a band in the 80s called Romeo Void with a one hit wonder, I might like you better if we slept together. Later the lead singer firmed another band Lower East Venus and played that song while opening up for Cindy Lauper in 1986. Years later I contacted the lead singer on Instagram and she said, "Thanks for remembering"! Just think how thankful Wesley would be if he knew you made this video.

[@johngreen3543]

While you are tracking down famous but forgotten silent movie era child stars, you could track down the story of Jack McHugh. Born in Montana in 1913 and died in Las Vegas in 1983. If you go wikipedia first and read his filmography you will find that it ran thru the twenties up to 1939. During the WW2, he was a paratrooper and a member of the 82nd Airborne. He worked in Las Vegas local theater afterwards. I don.t know where he is buried. He might be buried in the veterans cemetery in Boulder City. That cemetery contains many other interesting graves. If you do a Hoover Dam episode, you could take a trip up there.

[@stargater2892]

This is so incredibly sad. How does someone get a star on Hollywood? Wesley certainly is deserving.

[@ThePookosh]

Jeff - outstanding video! I immediately subscribed after watching it. I had no idea that Freckles was interred at the Turlock cemetery.

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you! Are you from the Turlock area?

[@ThePookosh]

Yes, I am. And I have connections to silent film history. We'll have to grab lunch or a coffee sometime. I have a story you might be interested in.

[@maryirdenieks9515]

We purchased his home in Witter Springs, Ca in 1988

[@map1537]

That's so cool

[@HollywoodGraham]

Sad that he is not properly remembered for his years of success but that is a common thing now as younger people could care less of history..Thanks for the video.

[@jbenziggy]

True, true, true. Fame is fleeting for all, I suppose. I wonder in time if Elvis, John Wayne or Marilyn Monroe will fade. Thanks for watching!

[@kellyfisher4378]

This is a wonderful tribute to a forgotten actor. Thanks for doing this video. It is most appreciated!

[@speedspeed121]

Frank E Pedras has a very sad story I found online

[@roydavies260]

I had not heard of Wesley Barry, found this video interesting. Thanks. Have you every visited the resting places of the children and teachers who were so sadly gunned down before there time, from Sandy Hook or Columbine or sadly other school shootings. Best wishes

[@nadiazahroon6573]

Personally, I love freckles.

[@jbenziggy]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!

[@mrpaulgrimm6129]

Have family in Turlock

[@roblakesley7897]

I do too!

[@oldermusiclover]

have you ever done the Younger brothers

[@jbenziggy]

Consult my video list for all the videos I have done.

[@oldermusiclover]

@@jbenziggy k thanks

[@kathleen9750]

"Wimpy Dick" page 176 in the old Stanislaus county phone book. I used to live there. Also, Pedras is a well known long time family there. They have a Road named after them.

[@jbenziggy]

What was the Wimpy Dick?

[@kathleen9750]

@@jbenziggy the guy's name is Richard Wimpy above Mr. Barry's name. Dick is short for Richard. Fam had a sense of humor. Listing in phone book was Wimpy, Dick. There was a dr of sorts in Turlock named Marvin P. Brain. Who knows why folks do what they do 😆

[@jbenziggy]

@@kathleen9750 Oh, now I know what you’re talking about. It’s been a while since I produced this video so I do remember the name of the guy next Mr. Barry. Thank you for the information.

[@dannyramirez2731]

I live in Turlock and have gone to the cemetery since I was young. Never knew that he was there. Next time I go I’ll be sure to pay my respects and appreciate his life cause it was amazing.

[@jbenziggy]

Hi Danny! I have lots of family buried there! Glad you enjoyed the show and if you visit tell Mr. Barry I said 'hi.'" Thanks for watching!

[@billycampbell854]

A person is never dead as long as their name is spoken.😷

[@ninaellyson814]

A very nice way to have him remembered. It was interesting as well. I enjoyed his letter. It truly is like meeting him. Touching as well…

[@mikalpechota770]

You would think Hollywood would still remember someone so influential in the movie industry. He most definitely should have a star.

[@Ma_Pooh]

I love silent movies so I was aware of who Wesley Barry was. I am so glad that you put this piece together. Thank you so much!!!

[@jbenziggy]

You're very welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@cwb0051]

Barry, Really Should Have A Hollywood Star...

[@marcieconant5559]

I had never heard of him. I also was a homely child with red hair and lots of freckles so I can relate. Evidently, there was something on the inside that made him attractive to the leaders in the film industry. I'm glad you were able to find his final resting place.💕🙂

[@coolmoodee]

I really liked this video on wesley.... and your right, I've never heard of him . Seemed like he had a good life of that time . I wonder if he had children ?

[@jbenziggy]

Todd Anderson yes he did have at least one child ... he told me that he liked my video but did not respond to one of my messages.

[@emilymalden3310]

I have never heard of Turllock, CA. Where is it located? I am a silent film fan, it is always fun to learn about lesser known stars. The shows were before my time, but I do like Mod Squad, and The Rookies.

[@jbenziggy]

It's about 90 miles east of San Francisco and about midway between Sacramento and Fresno. Google map it. It's spelled Turlock though, with one 'l.' Thanks for watching!

[@jananderson672]

It's such a sad commentary that Hollywood uses then forgets you when they feel that you are no longer a hot property. RIP Wesley.

[@jbenziggy]

Thanks Jan! Wesley has been forgotten!

[@wangson]

Great! This was thoroughly entertaining...thanks for the video.

[@cartersanders5115]

Taking me to all the places I've been like Columbia state park&other places sent by Boe

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you so much for letting us know!

[@oldermusiclover]

so sad what child actors and actresses went through and in some ways still do

[@GlennFam]

New subscriber so binge watching now. You have great videos about a lot of history that was lost. Enjoyed this one. Never had heard of him before. Good tribute.

[@jbenziggy]

Welcome to our channel and I’m glad that you love our videos. The child actor in this video is not well known but I was fascinated to delve into his past. I hope that you enjoy all of our videos which come out just about every Sunday.

[@pamelaattrux336]

Very interesting didn’t know thanks for doing this

[@shannahuffman4655]

that's really nice of you do a show on him

[@01sapphireGTS]

Many whom are familiar, will become forgotten - with the passing generations. This is a very nice tribute/post.

[@jbenziggy]

So very true and sad at the same time. We're glad that you enjoy our video!

[@stankormy5717]

This dude looks like Clay Aiken!

[@jbenziggy]

I can sort of see it! Lol

[@lorrifrench4460]

Thank you for sharing this. I also had never heard of him. Great video.

[@bertlouis7967]

He came to my home town of Murphysboro in 1925. And put on free boxing matches for the public.

[@jbenziggy]

That is so cool! Where did you find that information? Because I’m quite sure that you’re not old enough to remember that. Lol.

[@kevinkinnu341]

I live in Turlock and I never heard of this

[@jbenziggy]

He’s not well known now but interesting that he ended up in Turlock - I still don’t know why.

[@janetsherwood7210]

Interesting and so very touching. 🙂🕊️🙋

[@jbenziggy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jimberry2297]

Excellent

[@jbenziggy]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@raynonabohrer5624]

I remember him. I was trying to read what date was his death.? Great video. Thank you. Did he get married have children?

[@jbenziggy]

Apparently he did because his son saw this video and commented but didn't comment beyond his initial comment!

[@greg1030]

To me, the most amazing thing about Barry was that produced and directed this movie. So incredibly ahead of its time. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Creation_of_the_Humanoids