Biography

Born in Bolton, Lancashire, Aubrey was the son of US born gymnast Robert Aubrey. Later a member of the Fred Karno variety troupe, he first traveled to New York in 1900, then settled permanently after emigrating from London, on August 29, 1908. An early understudy of Charlie Chaplin, he later achieved leading status during the silents era (Oliver Hardy once providing support). Following his career decline as a starring performer, he was initially given work by Laurel & Hardy, before embarking on a career as a bit-part player in over 300 features.
- IMDb mini biography by: Leslie Carter

Comedian who had his own film series of comedies from 1919-21 in which Oliver Hardy usually appeared as a villain. Played small parts in a few Laurel & Hardy movies and bit parts in many films of the 1930s and 1940s, mainly as a drunk.