Comedians who died on January 23

Take a focused look at the comedians who passed away on January 23. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1978 Jack Oakie

  Jack Oakie was an American actor and comedian, best known for his work in films during the 1930s and 1940s, including his celebrated role as Napaloni, the dictator of Bacteria, in Charlie Chaplin's 'The Great Dictator' (1940). [bio]

• 1997 Craig Charles

  Craig Charles is a British actor, comedian, television presenter, and DJ, widely recognized for his roles in the science fiction sitcom 'Red Dwarf' and in the long-running soap opera 'Coronation Street.' He is also known for presenting the popular game show 'Robot Wars.' [bio]