Leo Franklyn was an English actor who is best known for The Night We Got the Bird, Brian Rix Presents …, and Laughter from the Whitehall.
Personal and Family Life
Born Francis Leo Beare on April 7, 1897, in London, England, Leo Franklyn was the first in his family to enter the world of show business, which he dedicated over 50 years of his life to. He was married to actress Mary Rigby, and together they had one son, William, who was born in 1927. Mary, a musical comedy star, retired from performing after the birth of their son.
Death and Legacy
Leo Franklyn passed away on September 17, 1975, in London, England, due to a heart attack, just one week after his initial heart problem. He left behind a legacy in the performing arts, having made a significant impact in both film and stage performances, particularly in London’s West End.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| And the Same to You | 1960-02-01 | Rev. Sydney Mullet |
| The Night We Dropped a Clanger | 1959-10-10 | B.R. Belling |
| The Night We Got the Bird | 1960-11-03 | Victor |
| Come on George! | 1939-12-01 | Bannerman’s Trainer |
| Keep Fit | 1937-07-31 | Racing Tough |
| Nothing Barred | 1961-10-10 | Barger |
| The Piano | 1971-01-28 | Edgar |
| Splendid Fellows | 1934-05-02 | Thompson (as Leo Franklin) |
| Thark | 1957-12-22 | Sir Hector Bembow |