Harold Lloyd was an American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter who was best known for his silent film comedies in the 1920s. He was one of the most popular and influential stars of the era, and his films still remain popular today. His most famous role was as 'The Boy' in the 1923 film Safety Last!, which featured him hanging from the hands of a clock tower. He also starred in films such as The Freshman (1925), The Kid Brother (1927), and Speedy (1928). Lloyd was a major influence on later generations of comedians, and his legacy continues to live on.