Bobby Breen

Career overview

Bobby Breen, born Isadore Borsuk, was a Canadian-born actor and singer who achieved significant popularity as a child star during the 1930s. Known for his cherubic appearance and angelic voice as a boy soprano, he became one of the most prominent child performers in Hollywood. His career was defined by his work in musicals for RKO Radio Pictures and frequent appearances on the radio.

Throughout the 1930s, Breen starred in a variety of film productions that showcased his vocal talents. His filmography includes titles such as Let’s Sing Again, Rainbow on the River, Make a Wish, Hawaii Calls, Way Down South, and Fisherman’s Wharf. These roles solidified his status as a popular entertainer during the decade. Breen was born in Montreal, Quebec, on November 4, and he passed away on September 19, 2016, in Pompano Beach, Florida. Over the course of his professional life, he maintained a career as both an actor and a singer, leaving behind a legacy as a notable figure in the history of 1930s cinema.