Gabriel Max Leuvielle (1883-1925)

The Father of Silent Comedy, French Comedian Max Linder was an influence on Chaplin, Keaton and Lloyd. Chaplin called him "The Professor."

If you are interested in learning more about Max Linder, here are some sources:

The Silents Majority Max Linder Pages

GLen Pringles' Max Linder Page

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