Ovila Légaré
Ovila Légaré
Ovila Légaré (21 July 1901 - 19 February 1978) was a French-Canadian actor and singer from Quebec.
Life
Légaré was born in Montreal on 21 July 1901, and died there on 19 February 1978.[1]
Career
He was a folklorist, singer, actor, script-writer, and host.[1] Originally a violinist, he injured his hand in a printing accident and took up theatre and singing.[1] He also had a number of significant roles on radio.[1]
He starred in films including Footsteps In the Snow (1966) and on television including Quentin Durgens, M.P.[2]
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Ovila Légaré". thecanadianencyclopedia.ca. Retrieved 13 July 2014.
- ↑ "Ovila Legare (1901 - 1978)". findagrave.com. Retrieved 13 July 2014.
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