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. 1 2 3 4 "Ovila Légaré". thecanadianencyclopedia.ca. Retrieved 13 July 2014.
  2. ↑ "Ovila Legare (1901 - 1978)". findagrave.com. Retrieved 13 July 2014.


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