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Harry Delf

1892 – 1964

American comedian

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About Harry Delf

Lived 1892 – 1964 (aged 71). Harry Delf was a musical theatre actor, composer, comedian, stage actor, screenwriter and film director.

Harry Delf (August 28, 1892 – February 7, 1964) was an American comedian, stage actor, playwright, both a screen writer and director of short films, theatrical producer, and lyricist and composer for musicals. He is best remembered as the author of the play The Family Upstairs, which has been staged on Broadway twice and adapted into a film multiple times. As a comedian and stage actor, he performed in vaudeville and on Broadway.

Early life and education Born in New York City, Delf was educated at Columbia University.

Career Vaudeville He began his career as a comedian in vaudeville; performing on all of the major vaudeville circuits during his career. Meet the Family (1929), At the Photographer's (1929), Bring on the Bride (1929), and Hot Tips (1929).

New York Friars Club For a time, Delf was dean (equivalent to vice president) of the New York Friars Club and was instrumental in securing the organization's current premises at 57 East 55th Street in 1957.

Personal life Delf died of a heart attack at his home in Manhattan on February 7, 1964.

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Who was Harry Delf?

American comedian (1892–1964)

When was Harry Delf born?

Harry Delf was born on 28 August 1892.

When did Harry Delf die?

Harry Delf died on 7 February 1964.

What was Harry Delf's occupation?

Harry Delf was a musical theatre actor, composer, comedian, stage actor, screenwriter and film director.

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· Wikipedia: Harry Delf

· Wikidata: Q119628460

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