Real name Norvell Hardy.

Born in Harlem, Georgia, USA on January 18th, 1892.

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Black hair, brown eyes. Height 6ft 2in.

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At his heaviest, weighed 25st.

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Long and varied experience on the stage and screen.

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Married three times: 1913-1920 Madelyn Saloshin, 1921-1937 Myrtle Lee Reeves, 1940-1957 Virginia Lucille Jones.

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No children.

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Had a leaf-shaped tattoo on the inside of his right forearm.

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Won more than thirty-five trophies, including two gold medals, for his ability on the golf course.

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Never legally added "Oliver" to his name.

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Died on August 7th, 1957.