Evelyn Roberts | |
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![]() in Man of the Moment (1955) | |
Born | Evelyn Ronald Redvers Roberts 28 August 1886 |
Died | 30 November 1962 76) Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England, UK | (aged
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1918-1958 |
Spouse |
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