George Formby

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Born 26 May 1904. Died 6 March 1961.

Music Hall Artist 1904-1961

George Formby

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George Formby (26 May 1904 – 6 March 1961) was a British comedy actor, singer-songwriter and comedian. He sang light, comical songs, usually playing the banjolele. He was a major star of stage and screen in the 1930s and 1940s.

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