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William Redden (born October 13, 1956) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as a backwoods mountain boy in the 1972 film Deliverance, where he played Lonnie, a banjo -playing teenager in north Georgia, who played the noted "Dueling Banjos" with Drew Ballinger (Ronny Cox).
Oct 16, 2023 · In this article, we will delve into 11 fascinating facts about Billy Redden, shedding light on his unique background, the story behind his casting, and how his life has changed since his memorable role in “ Deliverance.
Jul 26, 2022 · “Yeah, Billy?” He answered. It was Billy Redden. Redden played Lonnie, the infamous banjo-playing mountain boy in “Deliverance." He was 13 at the time. Redden and Cowboy are two of the few surviving “Deliverance” cast members. Just before Burt Reynolds died in 2018, Cowboy went to visit him. Me and Burt talked about old times ...
Nov 4, 2013 · Rabun County, Georgia resident Billy Redden was 15 when he was discovered at a casting call in Clayton, Georgia and offered the part of the inbred banjo-playing boy in the 1972 Burt Reynolds...
Mar 5, 2024 · The GoFundMe campaign has already raised close to $1,000 in just a few days, and Lance is hoping to be able to send as much as $20,000 to Redden’s manager to help with doctor’s bills. Long live Billy Redden and that banjo kid from the movie!
Jun 23, 2012 · Actor Ronnie Cox, left, and banjo boy Billy Redden together again, 40 years after their duet in "Deliverance." One look at the landscape and you know why people come here – running white water...
The decision paid off, and Jon Voight ended up with a Golden Globe nomination for his performance, while Boorman was nominated for a best director Oscar.
