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Stanley Holloway, stalwart British actor

posted 16 years ago by Bovril_and_Sherry
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There is little modern recognition for his supreme ability, puts Orlando Bloom and the other British actors in Hollywood to shame.

A gent that acts with much style and presence.

Here's to the Burgundy Lido!

[–] Cranstonman 16 years ago

Just like to second that. Sadly neglected.

[–] stevem-26 15 years ago

>>Sadly neglected.

Oy!! Not neglected my meself !

Welp, let's just see now. I have three Holloways.
Passport to Pimlico
Lavender Hill Mob
Titfield Thunderbolt

"Good thing we're honest men, Holland."

[–] j-arf 13 years ago

You are quite right. This gentleman actor was not given the credit he deserved. Dont forget that as well as some Ealing comedies he was also in My Fair Lady playing Eliza Doolittles father, and also that great favourite movie of mine, This Happy Breed, where he played the neighbour.

Let us also not forget that Stanley Holloway was the Grandfather of Sophie Dahl. Not many people know that.

[–] marktayloruk (2374) 5 months ago

Should have been knighted.