Oliver Hardy

A struggling silent film comedian transforms from "Babe Hardy" to Hollywood icon as he teams up with Stan Laurel, navigating fame, laughter, and the ever-changing world of entertainment.

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June 16, 1892

Died

1957

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In short · Acted for 12 decades — 198 credits.

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Biography

Oliver Norvell Hardy was an American comic actor best known as one half of the comedy duo Laurel and Hardy. The pair began their partnership in 1926 and remained a prominent double act in the film industry until 1957, appearing together in 107 short films, feature films, and cameo roles. Hardy was credited in his first film, *Outwitting Dad*, in 1914. Before joining producer Hal Roach, he was often billed in silent films under the name Babe Hardy.

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