Harry H. Corbett
English actor (1925–1982) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Harry H. Corbett OBE (28 February 1925 – 21 March 1982)[1] was an English actor and comedian, best remembered for playing rag-and-bone man Harold Steptoe alongside Wilfrid Brambell in the long-running BBC television sitcom Steptoe and Son (1962–1965, 1970–1974). His success on television led to appearances in comedy films including The Bargee (1964), Carry On Screaming! (1966) and Jabberwocky (1977).
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Harry H. Corbett | |
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![]() Publicity photo of Corbett in the 1970s | |
Born | (1925-02-28)28 February 1925[citation needed] |
Died | 21 March 1982(1982-03-21) (aged 57) Hastings, East Sussex, England |
Nationality | British |
Occupation(s) | Actor and comedian |
Years active | 1945–1982 |
Notable work | See below |
Television | Steptoe and Son |
Political party | Labour |
Spouses | |
Children | 2, including Susannah Corbett |
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