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Alec Fraser | |
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 Alec Fraser in 1927. | |
| Born | Alec Fraser-Smith 16 February 1884 Cupar, Scotland |
| Died | 20 June 1956 (aged 72) London, England |
| Occupation | Actor |
Alec Fraser ( né Fraser-Smith; 16 February 1884 – 20 June 1956) was a British actor. [1]
Alec Fraser was born Alec Fraser-Smith in Cupar, Scotland. He died on 20 June 1956, aged 72, in London. His sister was actress/singer Agnes Fraser. [2]
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