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Albert Burdon

Overview

  • Born
    July 4, 1900 · South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England, UK
  • Died
    April 13, 1981 · South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England, UK
  • Height
    5′ 6½″ (1.69 m)

Mini bio

  • Albert Burdon was born on July 4, 1900 in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England, UK. He was an actor, known for She Knew What She Wanted (1936), Letting in the Sunshine (1932) and Heat Wave (1935). He was married to Violet Spurgin. He died on April 13, 1981 in South Shields, Tyne and Wear, England, UK.

Family

  • Spouse
      Violet Spurgin(1933 - 1972) (her death, 2 children)
  • Children
      Bryan Burdon
      Ben Burdon

Trivia

  • He was best known as a knock about comedian.
  • Lived at Birkdale, Horsley Hill, South Shields.
  • Albert began his career as a child clog dancer in the clubs. After a spell in revue he appeared in the show 'Evergreen' at London's Adelphi Theatre.
  • Appeared on BBC's The Good Old Days.
  • Appeared in 'Evergreen' at the Adelphi Theatre in London's \West End.

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