Bald-pated, Hollywood comedy star best remembered for his two-reelers for two decades from 1933, and for his appearances opposite Lupe Velez in the 'Mexican Spitfire' features of the early 40's.
Buried at Forest Lawn Glendale, Eventide Section, Lot 578
Enjoyed a successful career on Broadway as an actor/director from
1911-1929.
His first job in America was entertaining an audience at a beer garden. The audience did not appreciate his singing, and tossed popcorn and peanut shells at him.
Worked extensively on Broadway (often for Florenz Ziegfeld Jr.) from 1911-1929
as an actor/director specializing in musical revues.