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Oliver Hardy

1892 – 1957

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Wikipedia Summary

Oliver Norvell Hardy was an American comic actor and one half of Laurel and Hardy, the double act that began in the era of silent films and lasted from 1926 to 1957. He appeared with his comedy partner Stan Laurel in 107 short films, feature films, and cameo roles. He was credited with his first film, Outwitting Dad, in 1914. In most of his silent films before joining producer Hal Roach, he was billed on screen as Babe Hardy.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
January 18, 1892
Harlem
Date of death
August 7, 1957
Hollywood
Citizenship

United States

Occupations & fields
actorcomedianfilm actorstunt performerscreenwriterfilm director
Awards & honours
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Field and occupation
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