Harold Clayton Lloyd (Noun)
Meaning
United States comic actor in silent films; he used physical danger as a source of comedy (1893-1971).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- Harold Clayton Lloyd was a renowned United States comic actor known for his daredevil performances in silent films during the early 20th century.
- Harold Lloyd is best known for hanging from the minute hand of a large clock tower in the 1923 silent comedy film Safety Last.
- Comedians such as Jackie Chan and Johnny Knoxville have cited Harold Clayton Lloyd as an influence on their physically daring performances.
- Harold Lloyd's legacy extends beyond the films he made, as he is often regarded as one of the greatest comedians of the silent film era.
- The silent comedies of Harold Clayton Lloyd continue to entertain audiences to this day with his thrilling stunts and charming on-screen presence.