John Laurie: Biography, Facts and Career
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John Paton Laurie (25 March 1897 – 23 June 1980) was a Scottish stage, film, and television actor. He appeared in scores of feature films with directors including Alfred Hitchcock, David Lean, Michael Powell and Laurence Olivier, generally playing memorable small or supporting roles. As a stage actor, he was cast in Shakespearean roles and was a speaker of verse, especially of Robert Burns. He is also well known for his role in the sitcom Dad's Army (1968–1977) as Private Frazer, a member of the Home Guard.
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- Full name: John Laurie
- Born: 1897-03-25
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Actor
- Wikidata ID: Q171450
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John Paton Laurie (25 March 1897 – 23 June 1980) was a Scottish stage, film, and television actor.
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John Laurie was born on 1897-03-25.
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