- English-born stage actor who made a career out of portraying judges, doctors, and aristocratic types on Broadway; active from 1900-1934. Career highlight was acting as "Mr. Fitch" in George S. Kaufman's hit original cast production of Dinner at Eight which ran for 232 performances at the Music Box Theatre from Oct 22, 1932- May 1933. Alison was also starred in Kaufman's 1925 hit production of The Butter and Egg Man (243 performances) that was directed by James Gleason.
- Wife appeared on stage as Gertrude Alison.
- Daughter: Jessie Ellen Alison (1898-1988).
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