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H. B. Irving

H. B. Irving

Henry Brodribb Irving was a British stage actor and actor-manager who continued his family's prominent theatrical legacy during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Lived
1870–1919
Nationality
British
Era
Edwardian
Language
English

Henry Brodribb Irving (1870–1919) was a British stage actor and actor-manager. Born into a distinguished theatrical family, he was the eldest son of the acclaimed actor Sir Henry Irving and his wife, Florence (née O'Callaghan). Over his career, he became a notable figure on the British stage, carrying forward the prominent artistic legacy established by his father.\n\nIn addition to his own theatrical achievements, Irving's family continued to influence the arts. He was the father of the designer Laurence Irving and the actress Elizabeth Irving, marking another generation of contribution to the creative industries.