What is George Formby's full name?
George Hoy Booth
George Formby nickname(s):
George Hoy
George Formby date of birth:
May 26, 1904
How old was George Formby when died?
56
Where was George Formby born?
Wigan, Lancashire, England. UK
When did George Formby die?
March 6, 1961
What is George Formby nationality?
British
What is George Formby's occupation?
Musician, singer-songwriter, comedian, actor, entertainer
What genre is George Formby's work?
Oldies, swing, dance-hall, easy listening
What instruments does George Formby play?
Vocals, ukulele, banjulele
Short Biography
George Formby, OBE (born George Hoy Booth; 26 May 1904 – 6 March 1961), was an English actor, singer-songwriter and comedian who became known to a worldwide audience through his films of the 1930s and 1940s. On stage, screen and record he sang light, comical songs, usually playing the ukulele or banjolele, and became the UK's highest-paid entertainer.