Ovila Légaré


Ovila Légaré 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.

Career

He was a folklorist, singer, actor, script-writer, and host. Originally a violinist, he injured his hand in a printing accident and took up theatre and singing. He also had a number of significant roles on radio.
He starred in films including Footsteps in the Snow and on television, including Quentin Durgens, M.P.

Filmography