Georges Milton | |
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![]() Milton in 1944. | |
Born | 20 September 1886 |
Died | 17 October 1970 (aged 84) Antibes, Alpes-Maritimes, France |
Occupation(s) | Actor, Singer |
Years active | 1923–1948 (film) |
Georges Milton (1886-1970) was a French comedian and singer. He was one of the most popular actors at the French cinema box office during the 1930s. [1] He was known for his creation and performance of the comic character Bouboule. [2]
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