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Frankie Howerd

British actor, comedian

1917 - 1992

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His biography is available in 15 different languages on Wikipedia. Frankie Howerd is the 9,624th most popular actor, the 6,403rd most popular biography from United Kingdom and the 1,046th most popular British Actor.

Frankie Howerd was most famous for his comedic roles in British television and films, particularly in shows like "Up Pompeii!" where his camp style, catchphrases, and double entendres delighted audiences. A lesser-known fact is that he served in the British Army during World War II and later battled severe stage fright throughout his career. His lasting legacy lies in inspiring generations of comedians with his innovative humor and paving the way for more open discussions about personal struggles in the entertainment industry.

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Among Actors

Among actors, Frankie Howerd ranks 9,622 out of 13,578. Before him are Dave Annable, Lavell Crawford, Gertrude Short, Marlene Forte, Christina Grimmie, and Choi Hyun-wook. After him are Nicholas Parsons, Eva Amurri, Jordan Fisher, Adriana Ugarte, Sophia Ali, and Tory Belleci.

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Among people born in 1917, Frankie Howerd ranks 350. Before him are John Fitch, Anton Coppola, Hans Conried, Leonard Jimmie Savage, Graham Higman, and Ken Downing. After him are Buddy Jeannette, Kay Aldridge, Virginia Field, Cahal Daly, Bill Clements, and Claudia McNeil. Among people deceased in 1992, Frankie Howerd ranks 287. Before him are Eddie Kendricks, Bill Wheatley, S. I. Hayakawa, Albert Agarunov, Gabriel Tiacoh, and Alif Hajiyev. After him are Sam Kinison, Mallikarjun Mansur, Jack Kelsey, Steve Brodie, Chingiz Mustafayev, and Allan Jones.

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In United Kingdom

Among people born in United Kingdom, Frankie Howerd ranks 6,403 out of NaN. Before him are June Brown (1927), Ken Downing (1917), James Key (1972), Douglas Henshall (1965), Taio Cruz (1980), and Stan Cullis (1916). After him are Nicholas Parsons (1923), Steve Coppell (1955), OG Anunoby (1997), Alison Weir (1951), John Reid, Baron Reid of Cardowan (1947), and Nicky Morgan (1972).

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Among Actors In United Kingdom

Among actors born in United Kingdom, Frankie Howerd ranks 1,046. Before him are Marsha Thomason (1976), Anya Chalotra (1996), Finola Hughes (1959), Herbert Beerbohm Tree (1852), June Brown (1927), and Douglas Henshall (1965). After him are Nicholas Parsons (1923), Billie Piper (1982), Paul Rhys (1963), Derek Fowlds (1937), Joan Sims (1930), and Paul McGillion (1969).

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