Sidney Toler

Sidney Toler

Sidney Hooper Toler (April 28, 1874 – February 12, 1947) was an American actor, playwright, and theatre director. Of primarily Scottish ancestry, he was the second non-Oriental actor to play the role of Charlie Chan.

Read more about Sidney Toler:  Early Life and Career, Charlie Chan Series, Personal Life, Later Years and Death, Selected Filmography, Works

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