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Albert Chevalier - English Comedian and Actor
Albert Onesime Britannicus Gwathveoyd Louis Chevalier ) - English comedian and actor. Had a successful music hall career as a singer of coster songs of his own invention. Date: 1892
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This photograph captures the charismatic presence of Albert Chevalier, an English comedian and actor who rose to fame in the late 19th century. Born on October 12, 1861, in the East End of London, Chevalier was a master of the music hall, where he entertained audiences with his unique brand of comedy and singing. He was particularly known for his performances of coster songs, a genre that originated in the working-class communities of London's East End. Chevalier's stage name, Albert Onesime Britannicus Gwathveoyd Louis Chevalier, was a testament to his theatrical flair and his connection to the tradesmen and mongers, or costermongers, of London. Dressed in the traditional attire of a coster - a waistcoat, cravat, and flat cap - Chevalier embodied the spirit of the East End and its people. The photograph, taken in 1892, captures Chevalier in his prime. His expressive face, twinkling eyes, and confident pose convey a sense of mischief and humor that would have had audiences in stitches. Chevalier's music hall career was a remarkable success, and he went on to appear in films and on the West End stage. Today, Chevalier is remembered as a pioneering figure in English comedy and a beloved icon of London's rich cultural history. His legacy continues to inspire performers and artists, and his influence can be seen in the works of later comedians and musicians who have drawn on the traditions of the East End and its people.
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