Hal Roach
American filmmaker (1892–1992)
Harold Eugene "Hal" Roach, Sr. (January 14, 1892 – November 2, 1992) was an American movie and television producer, director, and actor from the 1910s to the 1990s. He was best known today for producing the Laurel and Hardy and Our Gang (later known as The Little Rascals) movie comedy series.
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| Born | Harold Eugene Roach January 14, 1892 Elmira, New York, United States |
| Died | November 2, 1992 (aged 100) Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Cause of death | Pneumonia |
| Resting place | Woodlawn Cemetery |
| Occupation | Director/Producer |
| Years active | 1912–92 |
| Spouse(s) | Marguerite Nichols (m.1915–41; her death) Lucille Prin (m.1942–81; her death) |
| Children | Hal Roach, Jr., Margaret Roach Elizabeth Roach (1945–1946) Maria Watkins Jeanne Roach Bridget Anderson |
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Media related to Hal Roach at Wikimedia Commons
- Hal Roach on IMDb
- Extensive list of Roach's work and publications about Roach
- The Charlie Hall Picture Archive
- Hal Roach at theluckycorner.com
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