Dick Roberts
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For the English footballer, see Dick Roberts (footballer).
Charles "Dick" Roberts, (born October 9, 1897 in Virginia - died November 1, 1966 in Los Angeles, California) was a professional banjo and guitar player.
He substituted for Harper Goff with the Firehouse Five Plus Two when the latter had to leave the band because of his increasing engagements with Walt Disney's cartoon and movie productions.Founded and led with Red RoundtreeThe Banjo Kings, one of the best American banjo bands.
He also appeared in the movie "Banjo On My Knee" (1936).
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