Syd Crossley: The Long Comic
London-born Syd Crossley (1885-1960) was billed in music hall and vaudeville as "The Long Comic" on account of his height. In films he was especially known for playing butlers. He broke into Hollywood movies as a supporting player during the silent era. Some of his early pictures include Dr. Pyckle and Mr. Pryde (1925) with […]