Happy Birthday, Charlie Chaplin! 129 years on, remembering his words of wisdom

He redefined cinema in his own unique way, and is relevant as much today as he was a century ago. Sir Charles Spencer 'Charlie' Chaplin, born on April 16, 1889, became a worldwide icon, transitioning from silent cinema to talkies with much ease.

With a career that spanned more than 75 years, the actor, filmmaker, composer and author rose to fame, popularly known for his screen persona 'the Tramp', and went on to receive three Oscars, out of which two were honorary awards.

The first was an honorary award for writing, directing, acting and producing 'The Circus', followed by his second honorary Academy Award in 1972.


He then went on to win an Oscar for Best Score for 'Limelight' in 1973.

The legend breathed his last on December 25, 1977 in Switzerland. But his death was not without controversy. Three months after his death, Chaplin's corpse was stolen, only to be recovered later and then cremated.

Despite having lived a life full of ups and downs, starting from childhood with absent parents, Chaplin always knew how to bring a smile to your face.

On his 129th birth anniversary, here's looking at some of his words of wisdom:

- "A day without laughter is a day wasted."

- "We think too much and feel too little."

- "Nothing is permanent in this wicked world - not even our troubles."

- "Life is a tragedy when seen in close-up, but a comedy in long-shot."

- "You'll never find a rainbow if you're looking down."