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An English comic singer and songwriter in West End theatre, revue and cabaret. Billed as “Bawdy but British”, Byng was famous for his female impersonations. His songs are full of sexual innuendo and double entendres. An openly gay performer, Byng was noted for his camp performances in the music halls and in cabaret. Byng was also a noted pantomime dame and appeared in over 30 pantomimes.
Born: 17 March 1893 in Nottinghamshire
Died: 24 August 1987