Sid James was an actor of South African origin based in England. He became popular as the co-star of Tony Hancock in Hancock’s Half Hour and was a vital member of the popular Carry On films. He was known for his “dirty laugh” and lewd persona. He died on stage of a heart attack on Monday 26 April 1976.
Born: Thursday 8 May 1913 in Hillbrow, Johannesburg, Union Of South Africa. Died: Monday 26 April 1976
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