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Harry Andrews (1911 - 1989) was a British actor.


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Harry Andrews (1911 - 1989) was a British actor. Within Reach: An Inspirational Journey into the Life, Legacy and Influence of Billy Barty was produced by Barty's nephew, Michael Copeland, and his wife, Debra Copeland. A recent tribute book on his life was published in December 2002. Barty and his family were members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. They had two children, Braden and Lori.

Barty was married to his wife Shirley from 1950 until his death. to help with his activism. Barty founded The Little People of America Inc. Barty was a noted activist for the promotion of rights for others with dwarfism. He was disappointed with contemporary Hervé Villechaize's insistence that they were "midgets" instead of actors with dwarfism.

Barty was known for his boundless energy and enthusiasm for any productions in which he appeared. But because of his stature, most of his work consisted of bit parts and gag roles. He was one of the most famous 20th century people with dwarfism, having prominent roles in popular movies such as Foul Play (1978), Under the Rainbow (1981) and Willow (1988). Barty was born in Millsboro, Pennsylvania.

Billy Barty (born William John Bertanzetti) (October 25, 1924–December 23, 2000) was an American film actor. We have doctors, nurses, just about every field covered.". "The general public thinks all little people are in circuses or sideshows. "The name of my condition is Cartilage Hair Syndrome Hypoplasia, but you can just call me Billy.".