Dick Gilbert

Biography

Richard "Fighting Dick" Gilbert was a versatile American actor and boxer who gained recognition in the Hal Roach Studios universe, starring in notable comedies such as "The Man from the West" (1926) and appearing alongside Laurel and Hardy. Prior to his acting career, Gilbert won a boxing match against future heavyweight champion Jack Dempsey in the 1910s. He left an enduring legacy in cinema, with a filmography spanning over three decades.