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Jerry Desmonde (born James Robert Sadler; 20 July 1908 – 11 February 1967) was an English actor and presenter. He is perhaps best known for his work as a comedic foil in duos with Norman Wisdom and Sid Field.
Jerry Desmond, whose real name was James Robert Sadler, was born 20th July 1908 and made his stage debut at age 11 in the Sadler Elsie Four at the Palace Cinema, Armadale in November 1919 staying with them until 1928 when he joined the chorus of a music comedy show which toured America.
- July 20, 1908
- February 11, 1967
Oct 22, 2023 · If a definition of a straight man is ever required, the entry should simply read: 'See Jerry Desmonde'. Comedy Chronicles recounts the career of the man once dubbed 'the prince of feeds', who worked with comics such as Sid Field and Norman Wisdom.
Of course to modern day audiences Jerry Desmonde is best remembered for his many roles as straight man to Norman Wisdom in his hugely successful comedy films. Desmonde, together with Edward Chapman (Mr Grimsdale) became a part of Wisdom's regular comedy troupe.
May 27, 2024 · Jerry Desmonde was a multifaceted talent whose life and career left an indelible mark on British entertainment. With a career spanning over six decades, Desm...
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Jerry Desmonde was an actor who had a successful Hollywood career. Desmonde's career beginnings included film roles in the Sid Field musical "London Town" (1946), the romance "Malta...
Jerry Desmonde (20 July 1908 - 11 February 1967) was an English stage musical, film, and television actor principally in comedies and drama. He is probably best known as a straight man to Norman Wisdom.
