Frederick Robson
Frederick Robson, born Thomas Frederick Brownbill (22 February 1821 – 12 August 1864) was an English comedian, actor and ballad singer. During his acting career, he combined outstanding comic gifts with the power of moving an audience to a sense of tragedy or pathos. Although Robson's career spanned more than two decades, the period of his greatest success was at the Olympic Theatre, beginning in 1853 and lasting only a few years.
Frederick Robson | |
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| Born | 22 February 1821 Margate, Kent, England |
| Died | 12 August 1864 (aged 43) 19 Ampthill Square, London, England |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian, theatre manager |
| Years active | 1842–1864 |
| Spouse | Rosetta Frances May (m. 1842) |
| Children | Frederick Robson (actor), 1 daughter |
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