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Curly Howard

Oct 22, 1903 - Jan 18, 1952 (48 years old) in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA

Jerome Lester "Jerry" Horwitz, better known by his stage name Curly Howard, was an American comedian and vaudevillian. He is best known as a member of the American slapstick comedy team the Three Stooges, along with his older brothers Moe Howard and Shemp Howard, and actor Larry Fine. Curly is generally considered the most popular and recognizable of the Stooges. He is well known for his high-pitched voice, vocal expressions ("nyuk-nyuk-nyuk!","woo-woo-woo!", and barking like a dog), as well as his inventive physical comedy, improvisations, and athleticism.

Known For

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My Sister Eileen
Subway Builder (uncredited)
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Dancing Lady
Stagehand Curly
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The Big Parade of Comedy
One of The Three Stooges (archive footage) (uncredited)
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Hollywood Party
Autograph Seeker (uncredited)
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Operator 13
Confederate Soldier (uncredited)

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