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
As actor
Tillie's Punctured Romance
1914Staring Man in Theater (uncredited)
The Knockout
1914Spectator (uncredited)
The Rounders
1914Diner
Leading Lizzie Astray
1914Cafe Patron - In from the Mines
Mabel at the Wheel
1914Race Spectator (uncredited)
His Musical Career
1914Piano Store Manager
His New Profession
1914Nephew
Mighty Like a Moose
1926Mr. Moose - The Husband