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Russell "Lucky" Hayden was born as Hayden Michael Lucid, the son of Francis Lucid and Minnie Harvey Lucid on June 12, 1912 in Chico, California. In his early Hollywood career, he worked primarily behind the scenes as a film cutter, assistant cameraman, and sound recorder. In 1937, he began his acting career, taking on the name Russell Hayden to honor his friend, cameraman 'Russell Harlan' in 1946. The two remained married until his death in 1981.
Son of Francis J. and Minnie Harvey Lucid.
His real name is Pate Lucid; he took the name "Russell Hayden" in honor of his friend, cameraman Russell Harlan.
Hayden, along with fellow cowboy actor Dick Curtis , helped develop Pioneertown, a western movie set location in Southern California that was used for many film and TV westerns.
Hollywood western actor, popular as Hopalong Cassidys sidekick "Lucky Jenkins". Prior to acting, he worked in films as a sound recorder, film cutter and assistant cameraman.
Owner of Russell Hayden Productions, a television production company.
Owner of Quintet Productions, a television production company.
Father, with Jan Clayton , of daughter Sandra Hayden.
