Remembering Charlie Chaplin on the 46th Anniversary of his death

  • By Lori Macatee
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Remembering Charlie Chaplin, 46 Years Later

It has been exactly 46 long years since Charlie Chaplin died in Corsier-sur-Vevey on December 25, 1977 at the age of 88. As a number of online tributes attest, he was one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Today, fans of Charlie Chaplin (The Great Dictator, Modern Times, The Gold Rush, ...) along with the rest of the film industry have been remembering the iconic man he was.

Chaplin, a cultural icon

Born Charles Spencer Chaplin in London on April 16, 1889, his career spanned an arc over many different eras and tastes in British history. Chaplin was not just a great actor, he was an icon, an all-around inspiration to everyone.

In 1936 he touched the hearts of millions as The Tramp in ‘Modern Times’. His legacy continues to grow as new generations of fans are discovering his unique heritage.

It's been 46 years since the tragic loss of Charlie Chaplin and his personality still resonate strongly within us all. Although Charlie Chaplin is no longer physically here, his presence is more powerful than ever. He left a void that has yet to be filled.

In memory of the Late Great Charlie Chaplin.

Charlie Chaplin career in pictures

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