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Oliver Hardy

Oliver Hardy

Acting
18 Jan 1892
07 Aug 1957
Harlem, Georgia, USA

Biography

Oliver Norvell Hardy (born Norvell Hardy; January 18, 1892 August 7, 1957) 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 1927 to 1951. 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 some of his early works, he was billed as "Babe Hardy". Oliver Hardy died from cerebral thrombosis on August 7, 19...

Also Known As

Oliver Norvell Hardy, Oliver N. Hardy, O.N. Hardy, Babe Hardy, 'Babe' Hardy

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