The first actor-managers, such as Robert Browne and George Jolly, appeared in the 17th century, and in the 18th century actor-managers such as Colley Cibber and David Garrick gained prominence.
The first actor-managers, such as Robert Browne, appeared in the late 16th century, to be followed by Robert Browne (no relation) and George Jolly in the 17th century. In the 18th century actor-managers such as Colley Cibber and David Garrick gained prominence.