Stan Laurel was a popular British-American actor and comedian during the early 20th century. He was best known for his roles in various comedy films, especially his collaborations with Oliver Hardy, collectively known as Laurel and Hardy. There are many synonyms that can be used to describe Stan Laurel, including 'comedian,' 'actor,' 'entertainer,' 'funnyman,' 'jester,' 'clown,' 'wit,' 'humorist,' 'yukster,' 'buffoon,' and 'merry-andrew.' He was considered one of the funniest men of his time and much beloved by audiences. Even today, his brand of humor continues to inspire new generations of comedians and entertainers.