Fred Burns (April 24, 1878 – July 18, 1955) was an American actor who mainly appeared in Western films.

Fred Burns was born on April 24, 1878, in Fort Keogh, Montana.

[1] For six years, he was in charge of Buffalo Bill Cody's ranch near Cheyenne, Wyoming.

[4] Burns died in Los Angeles, California, on July 18, 1955, at age 77.

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