Oliver Hardy

Oliver Hardy (1892–1957, United States) was an American actor and comedian. He rose to fame as the heavyset, pompous half of the iconic comedy duo Laurel and Hardy, partnering with Stan Laurel in over 100 films, including silent shorts like *The Music Box* (1932) and features like *Sons of the Desert* (1933). Their slapstick routines and character dynamics made them enduring figures in early Hollywood comedy, influencing generations of filmmakers.