Joe Valli was a Scottish actor who is best known for his roles in Diggers, Diggers in Blighty, and Forty Thousand Horsemen. He was born Joseph George McFarlane on August 13, 1885, in Glasgow, Scotland, and became a notable figure in vaudeville and film in Australia.
Personal and Family Life
Joe Valli started his career in entertainment performing in vaudeville alongside Pat Hanna in the show “Chick and Joe.” He became popular in Australia for his comedic roles and unique style. He had a long career in film, appearing in a total of 22 movies.
Career
His first film role was in Diggers, which led to further opportunities, including a sequel called Diggers in Blighty. Joe is remembered for his performance as Scotty in the film Forty Thousand Horsemen and had his final film role in the opening scenes of Eureka Stockade, marking a poignant end to his career due to health issues from throat cancer.
Death and Legacy
Joe Valli passed away on May 29, 1967, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, due to myocardial degeneration. His contributions to the entertainment industry are still appreciated, and he left behind a legacy of memorable performances that reflect the vibrant culture of his time.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Forty Thousand Horsemen | 1940-12-26 | Scotty |
| Let George Do It | 1938-06-18 | Happy Morgan |
| Racing Luck | 1941-11-21 | Darkie |
| Heritage | 1935-04-13 | Short |
| Typhoon Treasure | 1938-09-01 | |
| Diggers | 1931-11-05 | Corporal McTavish |
| Diggers in Blighty | 1933-02-10 | Joe McTavish |
| The Rats of Tobruk | 1944-06-30 | Northumberland Fusilier |
| Tall Timbers | 1937-08-03 | Scotty |