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James, Sid (1913–1976)| British comedy actor. His early films included the comic classics The Lavender Hill Mob (1951) and The Titfield Thunderbolt (1952), but he is best remembered for his performances in 19 Carry On films. He was also notable as Tony Hancock's affable foil in Hancock's Half Hour (radio 1954–59, television 1956–60). |
| Other television work included starring roles in the sitcoms Citizen James (1960–62), George and the Dragon (1966–68), and Bless This House (1971–76). |
| James was born in Johannesburg, South Africa, the son of music hall artistes. His early professional life included spells as a coal heaver, diamond digger, and boxer. After work in an entertainments unit and an anti-tank regiment during World War II, he moved to London in 1946. |
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