About Charlie Naughton
Lived 1886 – 1976 (aged 89). Charlie Naughton was a British comedian and television actor, known for Crazy Gang (comedy group).
Charles John Naughton (21 April 1886 – 11 February 1976) was a Scottish comedian.
Naughton was born in Glasgow. He was a member of The Crazy Gang, and part of a double act, Naughton and Gold with fellow Glaswegian Jimmy Gold. In 1955, he starred in the first Guinness television commercial, playing the zoo-keeper with a German seal. He died in London.
In 1953 he was sued by chorus girl, Ima Cecily Hanson after she claimed he deliberately tripped her for a joke, while she was leaving the stage during a show, which resulted in her being rendered unconscious.
His daughter, Alice Elizabeth Naughton married a Canadian, Richard Harvey Stapleford. Their daughter, Naughton's granddaughter, Sally-Anne Stapleford is a five-time British champion and two time Olympian in figure skating in the ladies event and won the silver medal at the 1965 European Figure Skating Championships.
Selected filmography My Lucky Star (1933) Highland Fling (1936) O-Kay for Sound (1937) Alf's Button Afloat (1938)
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Who was Charlie Naughton?
Scottish comedian
When was Charlie Naughton born?
Charlie Naughton was born on 21 April 1886 in Glasgow.
When did Charlie Naughton die?
Charlie Naughton died on 11 February 1976 in London.
What was Charlie Naughton's occupation?
Charlie Naughton was a comedian and television actor.
What was Charlie Naughton known for?
Charlie Naughton was known for Crazy Gang (comedy group).
What nationality was Charlie Naughton?
Charlie Naughton was British.
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