Overview
Oliver Hardy
Known For
Fragments: Surviving Pieces of Lost Films
Among the pieces featured in Fragments are the final reel...
Stanlio & Ollio Le migliori comiche
Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story
The story of the short film from the beginning of...
Laurel & Hardy - Highlights
Experience Stan and Ollie in their funniest scenes: whether they...
Laurel and Hardy: A Tribute to the Boys
Modern comedians share their thoughts about Laurel and Hardy. Also...
George Stevens: A Filmmaker's Journey
Biography of the legendary filmmaker directed by his son.
Biography
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia 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, 1957, at age 65. His star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame is located at 1500 Vine Street, Hollywood, California.