Sidney James

Acting

Born 1913-05-08 · died 1976-04-26 · Hillbrow, Johannesburg, Union of South Africa

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Sidney James (born Solomon Joel Cohen; May 8, 1913 – April 26, 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."

Known for

To See Such FunThe Green HelmetRamsbottom Rides AgainTalk of a MillionThe World of BudgerigarsMiss Robin HoodWhat a Carry On!All This, and Christmas Too!Look at LifeTime, Gentlemen, Please!