Billie Ritchie: Biography, Facts and Career
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William Hill, known professionally as Billie Ritchie (5 September 1874 – 6 July 1921), was a Scottish comedian who first gained transatlantic fame as a performer for British music hall producer Fred Karno — a full decade before Stan Laurel and Charlie Chaplin took a similar career path. Ritchie is best recalled today for the silent comedy shorts he made between 1914 and 1920 for producer-director Henry Lehrman's L-KO Motion Picture Company and Fox Film Sunshine Comedy unit.
Quick facts about Billie Ritchie
- Full name: Billie Ritchie
- Born: 1878-09-14
- Nationality: United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland
- Known as: Comedian
- Wikidata ID: Q2903555
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Who is Billie Ritchie?
William Hill, known professionally as Billie Ritchie (5 September 1874 – 6 July 1921), was a Scottish comedian who first gained transatlantic fame as a performer for British music hall producer Fred Karno — a full decade before Stan Laurel and Charlie Chaplin took a similar career path.
What nationality is Billie Ritchie?
Billie Ritchie is United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland.
When was Billie Ritchie born?
Billie Ritchie was born on 1878-09-14.
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