Fred Karno Jr. was an English actor best known for his roles in “Near Dublin,” “Postage Due,” and “Zeb vs. Paprika.” He was born on July 27, 1891, in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England, and passed away in 1961 in Kent, England.
Personal and Family Life
Fred Karno Jr. was the son of the famous comedian Fred Karno. Not much is widely known about his personal life, but his connection to his father likely influenced his career in acting. He lived during a time when the film industry was rapidly evolving.
Death and Legacy
Fred Karno Jr. passed away in 1961 in Kent, England. Though not as well-known as his father, his contributions to early cinema remain part of film history. His work in the 1920s highlights the transition to sound in film.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Monsieur Verdoux | Mr. Karno (uncredited) | 7.8 |
| 1925 | The Gold Rush | Man in Dance Hall (uncredited) | 8.1 |
| 1924 | Wide Open Spaces | Short (uncredited) | 5.1 |
| 1924 | Near Dublin | Villager | 5.7 |
| 1924 | Brothers Under the Chin | Short | 5.8 |
| 1924 | Zeb vs. Paprika | Short | 5.9 |
| 1924 | Postage Due | Short | 5.7 |
| 1924 | Smithy | Worker (uncredited) | 5.8 |