Here are 1 famous actors from Australia died in 1984:
Clyde Cook (December 16, 1891 Port Macquarie-August 13, 1984 Carpinteria) otherwise known as Clyde Cook, Rubber Comedian, Clyde Wilford Cook, The Taxi Boys, The Kangaroo Boy, the Original Keystone Kops or Inja Rubber Idiot was an Australian actor and film director.
Cook began his career as a vaudeville performer in Australia and New Zealand before making his way to the United States. He first appeared onscreen in the 1915 film "A Versatile Villain" and quickly became a popular actor in silent comedies. He worked for several studios, including Keystone, Universal, and Warner Bros., and appeared in over 200 films.
In addition to acting, Cook also directed and produced several films. He later moved into television, appearing in popular shows like "The Addams Family" and "Bewitched."
Despite his success in Hollywood, Cook never forgot his Australian roots, often returning to his home country to perform or appear in local films. He was honored with the Order of Australia for his contributions to the entertainment industry.
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