James Finlayson

Biography

James Henderson "Jimmy" Finlayson (August 27, 1887 – October 9, 1953) was a Scottish actor who worked in both silent and sound comedies. Bald, with a fake moustache, Finlayson had many trademark comic mannerisms and is famous for his squinting, outraged, "double take and fade away" head reaction, and characteristic expression "d'ooooooh", and as the most famous comic foil of Laurel and Hardy.

Personal information

Known for: Acting

Gender: Male

Date of birth: 26/08/1887

Date of death: 09/10/1953

Place of birth: Larbert, Falkirk, Stirlingshire, Scotland, UK

Actings