
Luis Alberni
**Luis Alberni** (1886-1962) was a Spanish-American character actor, prolific in Hollywood from the late silent era through the 1950s. He specialized in portraying foreign characters, often Italian, Spanish, or French, with a strong accent and eccentric mannerisms.
His style was lively, characterized by expressive mimicry and broad gestures, making him memorable even in minor roles. He often portrayed over-the-top chefs, hotel managers, artists, or comedic and sometimes ambiguous figures.
His notable films include *One Night of Love* (1934), as a singing instructor; *Easy Living* (1937), as a lively chef; and *The Gay Divorcee* (1934), where he is the amiable headwaiter.