Keaton

American

[keet-n] / ˈkit n /

noun

Buster Joseph Francis Keaton, 1895–1966, U.S. film comedian and director.

Keaton British

/ ˈkiːtən /

noun

Buster, real name Joseph Francis Keaton 1895–1966, US film comedian who starred in silent films such as The Navigator (1924), The General (1926), and Steamboat Bill Junior (1927)

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Coffin’s love of silent stars like Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton goes way back to when he was learning animation.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026

In Coffin’s mind, it’s the Minions who made the likes of Chaplin and Keaton come up with their best ideas.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 6, 2026

While discussing the release of the book, Keaton spoke about how much she had grown to love the home.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 22, 2026

Newport Harbor 8, Aquinas 0: Keaton Anderson threw a three-hitter, striking out five and walking one, to send the Sailors into the Division 2 semifinals.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 23, 2026

“Ms. Keaton? I’m sorry to interrupt, but a friend of mine wanted you to read this.”

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali

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