Famous figures from Dorchester

Ray Bolger The actor who played Scarecrow in the film 'The Wizard of Oz' grew up in Dorchester and attended Dorchester High School. He was originally approached by MGM and offered the role of the Tin Man. 'It's not my cup of tea,' Bolger responded. 'I'm not a tin performer. I'm fluid.'
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Ray Bolger

The actor who played Scarecrow in the film "The Wizard of Oz" grew up in Dorchester and attended Dorchester High School.

He was originally approached by MGM and offered the role of the Tin Man.

"It's not my cup of tea," Bolger responded. "I'm not a tin performer. I'm fluid."