Oliver Hardy Net Worth: $500 Thousand
Oliver Hardy, the American comic actor best known for being one half of the duo Laurel and Hardy with Stan Laurel, had a net worth of $500 thousand at the time of his death in August 1957 at 65 years old. Laurel and Hardy achieved great success during the silent film era from 1927 to 1951, appearing in over 100 films, shorts, and cameo roles. Despite their massive success, the duo never really benefited financially, with much of their money going to producers and managers who technically owned their image.
Hardy’s first credit was in the 1914 film Outwitting Dad, and he had more than 400 acting credits to his name. He was awarded a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960 at 1500 Vine Street and is celebrated annually at the Oliver Hardy Festival in his hometown, which also features the Laurel and Hardy Museum.
Unfortunately, at the end of his life in the early 1960s, Stan Laurel was living in a cheap Santa Monica apartment out of necessity, having lost much of his fortune in several divorces.
Despite their financial struggles, Laurel and Hardy remain beloved comedy icons and their influence on pop culture can still be seen today.
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