The crossword solution for the term PERRINS' PARTNER is LEA. This is a reference to the famous comedy duo, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy, who were also known as 'Laurel and Hardy'. Stan Laurel was born Arthur Stanley Jefferson, but changed his name to Stan Laurel in order to honor his stage partner, Joe Perrin. Oliver Hardy was born Norvell Hardy, but changed his name to Oliver Hardy in order to honor his stage partner, Stan Laurel. Together, they formed one of the most iconic comedy duos in history.