Boris Karloff's real name was William Henry Pratt. According to Wikipedia, "In contrast to the characters he played on screen, Karloff was known in real life as a very kind gentleman who gave generously, especially to children's charities." Also, "Despite his great performances in many classic horror movies, there's reason to think he never took such roles seriously. He once said, 'My wife is a woman of very great taste. That's why she's never seen any of my films.'"
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Now if thou would'st
When all have given him o'er
From death to life
Thou might'st him yet recover
-- Michael Drayton 1562 - 1631
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