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Valerie Ashton. . ( m. 1952) . Children. 4; including Reina. Sidney James (born Solomon Joel Cohen; 8 May 1913 – 26 April 1976) was a South African-British actor and comedian whose career encompassed radio, television, stage and screen. Noted for his distinct dirty laugh, he was best known for numerous roles in the Carry On film series.
Sidney James. Actor: Carry on Cleo. The star of the Carry On series of films, Sid James originally came to prominence as sidekick to the ground breaking British comedy actor Tony Hancock, on both radio and then television. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa and named Solomon Joel Cohen, James arrived in England in 1946, second wife in tow, having served with the South African Army during World ...
- Actor, Soundtrack
- April 26, 1976
- May 8, 1913
Recently viewed. Sidney James. Actor: Carry on Cleo. The star of the Carry On series of films, Sid James originally came to prominence as sidekick to the ground breaking British comedy actor Tony Hancock, on both radio and then television. Born in Johannesburg, South Africa and named Solomon Joel Cohen, James arrived in England in 1946, second ...
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- Hillbrow, Johannesburg, South Africa
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- Sunderland, Tyne-and-Wear, England, UK
May 30, 2024 · Sid James, a name that resonates with laughter and charm, was a legendary figure in the world of entertainment. Born in South Africa in 1913, Sid James found success as an actor, comedian, and all-round entertainer. With his distinctive laugh and knack for physical comedy, he became a beloved fixture on both the small and big screen.
Apr 27, 2021 · Sid died of a heart attack, aged 62, and was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital. According to Cliff Goodwin’s biography of Sid, the actor suffered a severe heart attack in 1967, which ...
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Sid James (born Solomon Joel Cohen; 8 May 1913 – 26 April 1976) was a South African-born English-based actor and comedian. He made his name as Tony Hancock's co-star in Hancock's Half Hour and also starred in the popular Carry On films. He was known for his trademark "dirty laugh" and lascivious persona. Bruce Forsyth summed up his talent thus: "He was a natural at being natural ...
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Sidney James (born Solomon Joel Cohen; 8 May 1913 – 26 April 1976) was a South African-British actor and comedian whose career encompassed radio, television, stage and screen. Noted for his distinct dirty laugh, he was best known for numerous roles in the Carry On film series.
