Frankie Avalon
Biography
Frankie Avalon is an American actor, singer, and former teen idol whose given name is Francis Thomas Avallone. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, on September 18, 1940. Professionally known as Frankie Avalon, he had thirty-one charting United States Billboard singles from 1958 to late 1962, which included number one hits. As an actor and singer, his career has spanned numerous known credits on screen, totaling seventy-seven known credits listed on the Movie Database. He has been documented participating in interviews regarding his film and singing career, including an appearance in Oklahoma City for a telethon.
Career overview
Frankie Avalon, born Francis Thomas Avallone on September 18, 1940, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is an American actor, singer, and former teen idol. Known professionally by his stage name, his entertainment career spans both music and film. As a recording artist, he achieved 31 charting United States Billboard singles between the years 1958 and late 1962, a run that included number one hits.
In addition to his singing career, Avalon has worked extensively as an actor. His performance work includes known acting credits across film and television projects, contributing to a total of 77 known credits listed on the Movie Database. His professional endeavors in the entertainment industry have also been documented through archival interviews focusing on both his film work and his singing career.
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Full Filmography
79 titles- The Voice That Rocked America: The Dick Biondi Story (2023) as Self
- Way of Tomorrow: The Evolution of Science Fiction Movies (2022) as Self - (archive footage)
- Stallone: Frank, That Is (2021) as Self
- Papa (2018) as Jack Freidman
- The Grease Story (2017) as Teen Angel
- The Wrecking Crew (2008) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Midnight Special Legendary Performances: Flashback to 1974 (2007) as Self (archive footage)
- Mr. Warmth: The Don Rickles Project (2007) as Self
- Phyllis Diller: Not Just Another Pretty Face (2007) as Self (archive footage)
- The Phillie Phanatic Goes Hollywood (2006) as Self
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Frankie Avalon
- Ballyhoo: The Hollywood Sideshow! (1996)
- Casino (1995) as Frankie Avalon
- A Dream is a Wish Your Heart Makes: The Annette Funicello Story (1995) as Self
- Burke's Law (1994) as Johnny Fingers
- Vicki! (1992) as Self
- Renegade (1992) as Dan Travis
- John Wayne's 'The Alamo' (1992) as Self
- Halloween Monster Bash (1991) as Paul Foley (archive footage)
- Troop Beverly Hills (1989) as Frankie Avalon
- Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special (1988) as Self
- Back to the Beach (1987) as Annette's Husband
- Back to the Beach (1987) Co-Executive Producer
- Spring Break Reunion (1987) as Self
- Madame's Place (1982) as Self
- Blood Song (1982) as Paul Foley
- $weepstake$ (1979) as Sergei
- Grease (1978) as Teen Angel
- Dick Clark's Good Old Days Part II (1978) as Co-Host
- The Love Boat (1977) as Nick Heider
- Dick Clark's Good Old Days (1977) as Co-Host
- Easy Does It... Starring Frankie Avalon (1976)
- Dinah! (1974) as Self
- The Take (1974) as Danny James
- Police Story (1973)
- Big John Morrison (1973) as David Koslenko
- Saga of Sonora (1973) as Stagecoach Driver
- Love, American Style (1969) as Henry
- The Haunted House of Horror (1969) as Chris
- Here's Lucy (1968) as Frankie Avalon
- It Takes a Thief (1968) as Guido Cartarenzi
- Skidoo (1968) as Angie
- The Million Eyes of Sumuru (1967) as Agent Tommy Carter
- Dr. Goldfoot and the Girl Bombs (1966) as Craig Gamble (uncredited) (archive footage)
- Fireball 500 (1966) as Dave
- I'll Take Sweden (1965) as Kenny Klinger
- Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine (1965) as Craig Gamble
- Beach Blanket Bingo (1965) as Frankie
- How to Stuff a Wild Bikini (1965) as Frankie
- Ski Party (1965) as Todd Armstrong
- Sergeant Deadhead (1965) as Sergeant Deadhead / Sergeant Donovan
- The Bing Crosby Show (1964)
- Pajama Party (1964) as Socum
- Muscle Beach Party (1964) as Frankie
- Bikini Beach (1964) as Frankie / Potato Bug
- Burke's Law (1963) as Max
- Burke's Law (1963) as Ralph Hirt
- Mr. Novak (1963) as David Muller
- Beach Party (1963) as Frankie
- Operation Bikini (1963) as Seaman Joseph Malzone
- Drums of Africa (1963) as Brian Ferrers
- The Castilian (1963) as Jerifán
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self
- The Merv Griffin Show (1962) as Self
- The Lucy Show (1962) as Tommy Cheever
- Combat! (1962) as Eddie Cane
- Panic in Year Zero! (1962) as Rick Baldwin
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Treffpunkt New York (1961) as Self
- Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea (1961) as Lieutenant Chip Romano
- Sail a Crooked Ship (1961) as Ens. Rodney J. Foglemeyer
- The Alamo (1960) as Smitty
- Guns of the Timberland (1960) as Bert Harvey
- Rawhide (1959) as Billy Farragut
- Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) as Self
- American Bandstand (1957) as Self
- Jamboree! (1957) as Frankie Avalon
- The Bob Hope Show (1950) as Self
- The Jack Benny Program (1950) as Frankie Avalon
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Frankie Avalon best known for?
Frankie Avalon is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Stallone: Frank, That Is (2021), The Wrecking Crew (2008), The Matrix Revolutions (2003), Casino (1995).
When and where was Frankie Avalon born?
Frankie Avalon was born on September 18, 1940 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
How many credits does Frankie Avalon have?
Frankie Avalon has accumulated over 79 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1950 to 2023.
What is Frankie Avalon's background in cinema and television?
Frankie Avalon is an American actor, singer, and former teen idol whose given name is Francis Thomas Avallone. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, on September 18, 1940. Professionally known as Frankie Avalon, he had thirty-one charting United States Billboard singles from 1958 to late 1962, which included ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- American Bandstand (1957) as Self — aged about 16
- Casino (1995) as Frankie Avalon — aged about 54
- Madame's Place (1982) as Self — aged about 41
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Frankie Avalon — aged about 55
- Combat! (1962) as Eddie Cane — aged about 21
- The Jack Benny Program (1950) as Frankie Avalon — aged about 9
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