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Charley Chase

Charley Chase

1893 – 1940·Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Charles Joseph Parrott (October 20, 1893 – June 20, 1940), known professionally as Charley Chase, was an American comedian, actor, screenwriter and film director best known for his work in Hal Roach short film comedies. Born Charles Joseph Parrott in Baltimore, Maryland, Charley Chase began performing in vaudeville as a teenager and started his career in films by working in film in 1912.

Filmography

Tillie's Punctured Romance

Tillie's Punctured Romance

1914Staring Man in Theater (uncredited)
The Knockout

The Knockout

1914Spectator (uncredited)
The Rounders

The Rounders

1914Diner
Leading Lizzie Astray

Leading Lizzie Astray

1914Cafe Patron - In from the Mines
Mabel at the Wheel

Mabel at the Wheel

1914Race Spectator (uncredited)
His Musical Career

His Musical Career

1914Piano Store Manager
His New Profession

His New Profession

1914Nephew
Mighty Like a Moose

Mighty Like a Moose

1926Mr. Moose - The Husband