Background
He was born in Buckland, Hertfordshire and made his screen debut in the 1929 film The Devil"s Maze.
He was born in Buckland, Hertfordshire and made his screen debut in the 1929 film The Devil"s Maze.
He died on 18 April 1949, the same date as comedian Will Hay with whom he had previously acted. He read law at Cambridge University but failed his first exam - so he turned to the Stage. He made his professional debut at a command performance for King Edward VII. He formed The Company-Optimists a London concert party which was very successful.
Burnaby was renowned on the London Stage and on wireless.
His films include Calling All Stars, Song of the Forge, Talking Feet and Leave lieutenant to Maine. The Diplomatic Lover.