Stan Laurel, born Arthur Stanley Jefferson on 16 June 1890, was an English actor, comedian, director and writer who's better known as one half of the classic comedy team Laurel and Hardy. He appeared with his comedy partner Oliver Hardy in 107 short films, feature films and several cameo roles. He has been my idol since my very early years when I watched the Laurel and Hardy comedies on television and from then on, I've been one his most ardent admirers. He was a genius of visual gags and the art of pantomime. Never forgotten, I tip my hat to Stan on his birthday every June 16 and he will always be my number one comedian. God Bless Stanley Laurel!
