George Formby
Actor · Writer
Born May 26, 1904 · Wigan, Lancashire, England, UK
Active 1934–1961 · Awards: Officer of the Order of the British Empire
George Formby (born George Hoy Booth) was the archetype "cheeky chappie" northern English comedian. Trained originally as a jockey, he often appeared on horseback in his films. Best known for his buck-toothed grin and his ukulele.
Filmography
To See Such Fun (1977)He Snoops to Conquer (1944) — George GribbleTrouble Brewing (1939) — George GullipLet George Do It! (1940) — George HepplewhiteNo Limit (1935) — George ShuttleworthI Didn't Do It (1945) — George TrotterKeep Your Seats, Please (1936) — George WithersSpare a Copper (1940) — George CarterFeather Your Nest (1937) — Willie PiperMuch Too Shy (1942) — George AndyKeep Fit (1937) — George GreenI See Ice (1938) — George BrightIt's in the Air (1938) — George BrownGeorge in Civvy Street (1946) — George HarperTurned Out Nice Again (1941) — George PearsonGet Cracking (1943) — George SingletonOff the Dole (1935) — John Willie · WriterCome on George! (1939) — George40 Minutes (1981)Bell-Bottom George (1944) — George BlakeSouth American George (1941) — George Butters / Gilli VanettiBoots! Boots! (1934) — John Willie