Jack Henley

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Jack Henley
BornDecember 6, 1896
DiedNovember 2, 1958
OccupationScreenwriter
Years active1932-1955

Jack Henley (December 6, 1896 November 2, 1958) was an American screenwriter. He wrote for 80 films between 1932 and 1955. He was born in Ireland, and died in Los Angeles, California.

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