 Harry Lauder in New York in 1909 Image by Cooper NY, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Lauders Sir HarryHarry Lauder Harry Lauder Scottish entertainer (1870–1950) This article is about Scottish singer & comic. For American actor, see Harry Lauter. Sir Harry Lauder (/ˈlɔːdər/; 4 August 1870 – 26 February 1950)[1] was a Scottish singer, comedian and actor. Popular in both music hall and vaudeville theatre traditions; he achieved international success. Quick facts Sir Harry Lauder, Background information ... Sir Harry Lauder Lauder in 1909 Background information Birth name Harry Lauder Born (1870-08-04)4 August 1870 Portobello, Edinburgh, Scotland Died 26 February 1950(1950-02-26) (aged 79) Strathaven, Lanarkshire, Scotland Occupation(s) Singer, actor, comedian Years active 1894-1935 Spouse Ann Vallance (m. 1891; died 1927) Close He was described by Sir Winston Churchill as "Scotland's greatest ever ambassador",[2][3][4] who "by his inspiring songs… (Source: Wikipedia)
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