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Charles Penrose | |
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&sq=Qlik&lang=&file=File:Charles_Penrose_Laughing_Policeman.jpg) Charles Penrose as The Laughing Policeman | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Charles Penrose Dunbar Cawse |
| Born | 11 November 1873 Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, England |
| Died | 17 November 1952 (aged 79) Kensington, London, England |
| Genres | Music hall |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, comedian, entertainer |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1891–1952 |
| Labels | Columbia |
Charles Penrose (born Charles Penrose Dunbar Cawse; 11 November 1873 – 17 November 1952) was an English music hall and theatre performer, and later radio comedian, who is best known for his unusual comic song "The Laughing Policeman". He was born in Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, the son of a master watchmaker and jeweller.