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Lex McLean

1908 – 1975

British actor

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About Lex McLean

Lived 1908 – 1975 (aged 66–67). Lex McLean was a British comedian and television actor.

Lex McLean (born Alexander McLean Cameron, 30 April 1907 – 23 March 1975) was a Scottish comedian.

Described as "almost certainly the last of Scotland's great music hall comedians", he played to capacity houses all over Scotland from the late 1950s to the early 1970s, when he had to semi-retire on the grounds of ill health.

Known as "Sexy Lex" for his risque but never obscene humour, McLean's act was even passed by the Lord Chamberlain.

At the peak of his popularity, he appeared in the BBC Scotland comedy series Lex and Lex Again between 1968 and 1972. A fan of Rangers, he had Ibrox legend George Young appear as a guest on his television show.

McLean was a Freemason, and member of Lodge Dramatic No 571 in Glasgow, where he was a participant in the Lodge's festivities.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lex McLean?

British actor

When was Lex McLean born?

Lex McLean was born in 1908 in Glasgow.

When did Lex McLean die?

Lex McLean died on 23 March 1975.

What was Lex McLean's occupation?

Lex McLean was a comedian and television actor.

What nationality was Lex McLean?

Lex McLean was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lex McLean

· Wikidata: Q6537580

· DBpedia: Lex McLean

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