Another early twenties film star. Charlie Chaplin was a legendary British actor, filmmaker, and composer best known for his iconic character “The Tramp”—a funny, kind-hearted man with a bowler hat, cane, and mustache. He became one of the most famous figures of the silent film era through classics like The Kid (1921), City Lights (1931), Modern Times (1936), and The Great Dictator (1940). Chaplin was a pioneer in blending comedy with deep emotion and social commentary. His influence on cinema is immense, and his work remains widely celebrated for its timeless humor and heart.