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Stanley Holloway - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 01, 1890 |
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| Died | January 30, 1982 (age 91) |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Stanley Holloway's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Alfred P. Doolittle in 'My Fair Lady' (stage and film); comic monologues and musical comedy performances. |
Intro
Stanley Holloway was a celebrated English actor, comedian, singer, and monologist, best known for his stage and film roles, including Alfred P. Doolittle in 'My Fair Lady.' Renowned for his comic monologues and musical performances, Holloway had a career spanning more than half a century.
Early Life & Background
Stanley Holloway was born in London and grew up in a working-class family. He sang in his local church choir as a child and left school at age 14 to work in an office, later transitioning to the stage, where he began performing in variety shows before World War I.
Career Highlights
- Originated the role of Alfred P. Doolittle in both the Broadway (1956) and West End stage versions of 'My Fair Lady', and reprised it in the 1964 film adaptation.
- Acclaimed for comic monologues such as 'The Lion and Albert.'
- Appeared in key Ealing comedies including 'The Lavender Hill Mob' (1951) and 'Passport to Pimlico' (1949).
- Received nominations for both a Tony Award and an Academy Award for his work in 'My Fair Lady.'
Trivia
- He was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1960.
- His celebrated comic monologues were often set in the North of England and delivered in a variety of regional accents.
- His father also performed as an amateur singer and entertainer.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Stanley Holloway born?
Stanley Holloway was born the 1 October 1890.
Where is Stanley Holloway from?
London, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About October 1st, 1890, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 1st, 1890 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: