Jimmy Aubrey(1887-1983)
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Born in Bolton, Lancashire, Aubrey was the son of US born gymnast
Robert Aubrey. Later a member of the Fred Karno variety troupe, he
first traveled to New York in 1900, then settled permanently after
emigrating from London, on August 29, 1908. An early understudy of
Charlie Chaplin, he later achieved leading status during the silents
era (Oliver Hardy once providing support). Following his career decline
as a starring performer, he was initially given work by Laurel & Hardy,
before embarking on a career as a bit-part player in over 300 features.
