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    554. BENNY HILL, LEGENDARY BRITISH COMEDIAN, ACTOR, AND WRITER

    554. BENNY HILL, LEGENDARY BRITISH COMEDIAN, ACTOR, AND WRITER

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    Lawrence Wolff

    From 1955-1991, Benny Hill had his own show and starred in it. As an expert at all types of comedy - farce, physical, verbal and puns – he entertained the audiences of that day, and his influence can still be felt today. The saucy English comedian that we remember from television, began as a shy man with a stage act that needed much work. Afraid of hostile audiences, he turned to television and eventually became a world-famous clown who was loved by millions in 140 countries! But what was he like when not entertaining? Who was that little Irish fellow Benny repeatedly tapped on the head? Did Benny ever marry? Did he spend his fortune on extravagances? Why was his immensely popular show cancelled? Find the answers to all these questions and more in Professor Wolff’s PowerPoint presentation which traces Benny Hill’s life and career. You’ll also be shown some of his most hilarious sketches, which just might make you laugh yourself silly!



    10:00-12 noon

    1 Session

    Wednesday, May 13

    Fee:  $25

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    About the lecturer(s)

    Lawrence Wolff

    Lawrence (Larry) Wolff began his appreciation of film at a young age and it has blossomed over time. His original interests concerned film comedians, gangsters, and ghouls, but his love of film now includes classics of all genres. He presents a historical perspective on such different subjects as silent film icons, comedians, dramatic actors, and films from the 1920’s through the 1970’s. He has been The Grand Sheik (President) of the Long Island chapter of the Sons of the Desert (the Laurel and Hardy Appreciation Society) for over ten years and is a contributor to the New York and national Abbott and Costello Fan Clubs.

    Lecture Details

    Program
    Winter/Spring 2026
    Sessions
    1 lecture(s)
    Day & Time
    Wednesday, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    Date(s)
    May 13, 2026