Ricky Nelson
Biography
Ricky Nelson was an American singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, and actor. He began his entertainment career in 1949 playing himself in the radio sitcom series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. In 1952, he appeared in his first feature film, Here Come the Nelsons. Nelson also appeared in films such as Rio Brave and The Wackiest Ship In The Army. He debuted as a singer on the television version of The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet in 1957. Nelson's acting credits include multiple films and television shows, with a total of 48 known credits.
Career overview
Ricky Nelson began his acting career in 1949, playing himself in the radio sitcom series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. In 1952, he appeared in his first feature film, Here Come the Nelsons. He continued to act in various films throughout his career.
Nelson's acting credits include several films, including Rio Brave, released in 1959, and The Wackiest Ship In The Army, released in 1960. He also appeared in other films, although specific titles are not mentioned in the provided sources.
Ricky Nelson's acting career spanned several years, during which he appeared in various films and television shows. He is also known for his work on The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, a television series that showcased his family's entertainment career.
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Full Filmography
48 titles- Kenny Rogers and Friends (2010) as Self
- The Wrecking Crew (2008) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Ricky Nelson Sings (2005)
- La Classe américaine (1993) as George's Friend (archive footage)
- Death In Hollywood (1990)
- High School U.S.A. (1984) as Principal Pete Kinney
- Happy Birthday, Mr. Christian (1984) as Mr. Christian
- Solid Gold (1980) as Self
- Men Who Rate a 10 (1980) as Self
- Three on a Date (1978) as Bob Oakes
- The Love Boat (1977) as Ted Wilcox
- The Hardy Boys / Nancy Drew Mysteries (1977)
- The Shootist (1976) as Books' Fellow Lawman in Flashback (archive footage / uncredited)
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Host
- Dinah! (1974) as Self
- Petrocelli (1974) as Country Boy White
- Sonic Boom (1974) as Jess of the Van
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self
- Easy to Be Free (1973) as Himself
- The Men Who Made the Movies: Howard Hawks (1973) as Self (archive footage)
- The Streets of San Francisco (1972)
- Fol-de-Rol (1972) as The Minstrel (as Rick Nelson)
- Owen Marshall: Counselor at Law (1971) as Vic
- McCloud (1970)
- Swing Out, Sweet Land (1970) as Confederate Soldier
- The Resurrection of Broncho Billy (1970) as Voice Over
- The Johnny Cash Show (1969) as Self
- The Jim Nabors Hour (1969)
- The Over the Hill Gang (1969) as Jeff Rose
- The Movie Orgy (1968) as Self (archive footage)
- Hondo (1967)
- Malibu U (1967) as Self - Host
- ABC Stage 67 (1966) as Carlos O'Connor
- On the Flip Side (1966) as Carlos O'Connor
- Love and Kisses (1965) as Buzzy Pringle
- Miss USA (1963) as Self - Performer
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self (archive footage)
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- The Wackiest Ship in the Army (1960) as Tommy Hanson
- Rio Bravo (1959) as Colorado Ryan
- Disneyland '59 (1959) as Self
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Lonnie Follett
- The Story of Three Loves (1953) as Young Tommy
- The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet (1952) as Ricky
- Here Come the Nelsons (1952) as Ricky Nelson
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self - Mystery Guest
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
- Ricky Nelson & Fats Domino - Rockin' With Rick and Fats
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ricky Nelson best known for?
Ricky Nelson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Wrecking Crew (2008), Death In Hollywood (1990), Solid Gold (1980), The Love Boat (1977).
When and where was Ricky Nelson born?
Ricky Nelson was born on May 8, 1940 in Teaneck, New Jersey, USA. They passed away on December 31, 1985.
How many credits does Ricky Nelson have?
Ricky Nelson has accumulated over 48 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1948 to 2010.
What is Ricky Nelson's background in cinema and television?
Ricky Nelson was an American singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, and actor. He began his entertainment career in 1949 playing himself in the radio sitcom series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. In 1952, he appeared in his first feature film, Here Come the Nelsons. Nelson also appeared in films such as Rio Brave and...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Rock Concert (1973) as Self — aged about 33
- Rio Bravo (1959) as Colorado Ryan — aged about 19
- The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962) as Self (archive footage) — aged about 22
- The Wrecking Crew (2008) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited) — aged about 68
- Disneyland '59 (1959) as Self — aged about 19
- Petrocelli (1974) as Country Boy White — aged about 34
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