Oliver Hardy

January 18th – Oliver Hardy’s birthday.  In 2015 there is 123 years since he was born.


Oliver Hardy – a talented comedian in duet with Stan Laurel.
They’d put smiles on people’s faces, inject laughter, compel.
Hardy was known for acting, dancing, beautiful singing voice.
Toward becoming comic actor was his final decision, choice.

Oliver’s character - bossy yet childish, immature & insecure.
His light comedy acts anyone happily would watch, endure.
Hardy engaged in western films, comedies and melodrama.
Distinctive & diverse was his comic work and film panorama.

”Ollie” performed physical comedy with perfect comic timing.
The way he came across to audience was funny & disarming.
Hardy achieved an acclaim, recognition, praise and popularity
For his light spirit, filled with enthusiasm, mischief & hilarity.

January 18th – birthday of Oliver Hardy, a great comic ever.
He was determined, conscientious, brave in each endeavor.
Hardy was valued for sharing talent and overall contribution,
Especially in screwball & slapstick comedy field or institution.


Copyright©2015 Mila Alper


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