Harry H. Corbett | |
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 Publicity photo of Corbett in the 1970s | |
| Born | 28 February 1925[citation needed] |
| Died | 21 March 1982 (aged 57) Hastings, East Sussex, England |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Actor and comedian |
| Years active | 1945–1982 |
| Notable work | See below |
| Television | Steptoe and Son |
| Political party | Labour |
| Spouses | |
| Children | 2, including Susannah Corbett |
Harry H. Corbett OBE (28 February 1925 – 21 March 1982)[1] was an English actor and comedian, best remembered for playing rag-and-bone man Harold Steptoe alongside Wilfrid Brambell in the long-running BBC television sitcom Steptoe and Son (1962–1965, 1970–1974). His success on television led to appearances in comedy films including The Bargee (1964), Carry On Screaming! (1966) and Jabberwocky (1977).