The Laughing Policeman (song) The Laughing Policeman (song) "The Laughing Policeman" is a music hall song by Charles Penrose (published under the pseudonym Charles Jolly). In June 1922, Penrose made the first recording of this song, which was released on Regal Records G-7816. The version more usually heard was recorded on 22 April 1926 and released on Columbia Records 4014 and later FB 1184. The composition of the song is officially credited to his wife Mabel under the pseudonym "Billie Grey"; however, the music and melody are taken from "The Laughing Song" by George W. Johnson which was originally recorded in the 1890s. The
John Robinson (English actor) House at Allington" (1960) and two guest appearances on "The Saint" opposite Roger Moore. He was also a regular performer on both the BBC's "Sunday Night Theatre" from 1951-1959, and ITV's "Armchair Theatre" from 1956-1965. His final screen role was in the television series "Fall of Eagles" in 1974. He died of cancer in London in March 1979, aged 70. John Robinson (English actor) John Robinson (11 November 1908 – 6 March 1979) was an English actor, who was particularly active in the theatre. Mostly cast in minor and supporting roles in film and television, he is best remembered for