Ted Healy
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- October 1, 1896 in Kaufman, Texas, USA
- Died
- December 21, 1937
- Active Years
- 1926–1997 (72 Years)
- Total Credits
- 56 credits in database
Biography
Ted Healy, born Charles Ernest Lee Nash on October 1, 1896, in Kaufman, Texas, was an American vaudeville performer, comedian, and actor. He is recognized as the creator of The Three Stooges and the slapstick comedy style they popularized. Throughout his career, Healy maintained his own stage and film presence, appearing in 51 known acting credits. His filmography includes appearances in productions such as Dancing Lady, San Francisco, and Mad Love. While working with his comedy team, he supported stars including Clark Gable and Joan Crawford in theatrical films. Healy died on December 21, 1937, at the age of 41. The circumstances surrounding his death remain a matter of controversy. He is cited as a formative influence by several later comedy stars.
Career overview
Ted Healy, born Charles Ernest Lee Nash on October 1, 1896, in Kaufman, Texas, was an American vaudeville performer, comedian, and actor. Throughout his career, he accumulated 51 known acting credits. He is primarily remembered as the creator of The Three Stooges and for establishing the style of slapstick comedy that the group later popularized. Beyond his work with the trio, Healy maintained a successful independent career in both stage and film, and he is recognized as a formative influence on several subsequent comedy stars.
During his time in the film industry, Healy appeared in a variety of productions. His comedy team was featured in several MGM shorts and provided support to stars such as Clark Gable and Joan Crawford in theatrical films. One notable project was the blockbuster Dancing Lady, in which Healy played an important supporting role. Other films associated with his career include San Francisco, Mad Love, and Tančící Venuše. Healy died on December 21, 1937, at the age of 41. The circumstances surrounding his death remain a matter of controversy.
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Full Filmography
56 titles- The Three Stooges Greatest Hits! (1997) as (archive footage)
- Murderers, Mobsters, & Madmen: Volume 6: Hollywood Police Files (1992) as (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Lost Stooges (1990) as (archive footage)
- Death Scenes (1989) as Self (archive footage)
- Hollywood Scandals and Tragedies (1988) as (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Classic Comedy Teams (1986) as Self (archive footage)
- Going Hollywood: The '30s (1984) as (archive footage)
- Bob Hope's World of Comedy (1976) as Self - Tribute Montage (archive footage)
- The Big Parade of Comedy (1964) as Reporter in 'Hollywood Party' (archive footage)
- Love Is a Headache (1938) as Jimmy Slattery
- Hollywood Hotel (1938) as Fuzzy Boyle
- Man Of The People (1937) as Joe "The Glut" Dwyer
- The Good Old Soak (1937) as Al Simmons
- Varsity Show (1937) as William Williams
- San Francisco (1936) as Mat
- Speed (1936) as Clarence Maxmillian 'Gadget' Haggerty
- The Longest Night (1936) as Police Sergeant Magee
- Mad Holiday (1936) as Mert Morgan
- Sing, Baby, Sing (1936) as Al Craven
- Mad Love (1935) as Reagan
- La Fiesta de Santa Barbara (1935) as Self
- Murder in the Fleet (1935) as Mac O'Neill
- Here Comes the Band (1935) as 'Happy'
- It's in the Air (1935) as 'Clip' McGurk
- The Casino Murder Case (1935) as Police Sergeant Ernest Heath
- Reckless (1935) as Smiley
- The Winning Ticket (1935) as Eddie Dugan
- Hollywood Party (1934) as Reporter (uncredited)
- The Three Stooges (1934) Creator
- Death on the Diamond (1934) as Terrence 'Terry' / 'Crawfish' O'Toole
- The Band Plays On (1934) as Joe O'Brien
- Fugitive Lovers (1934) as Hector Withington, Jr.
- Operator 13 (1934) as Doctor Hitchcock
- Hollywood on Parade No. B-9 (1934) as Self
- Lazy River (1934) as William 'Gabby' Stone
- The Big Idea (1934) as Ted Healy, Scenario Company President
- The Big Idea (1934) Writer
- Paris Interlude (1934) as Jimmy
- Dancing Lady (1933) as Steve
- Bombshell (1933) as Junior Burns
- Plane Nuts (1933) as Ted Healy
- Plane Nuts (1933) Writer
- Stage Mother (1933) as Ralph Martin
- Nertsery Rhymes (1933) as Papa
- Nertsery Rhymes (1933) Story
- Meet the Baron (1933) as Head Janitor
- Myrt and Marge (1933) as Mullins
- Beer and Pretzels (1933) as Ted
- Beer and Pretzels (1933) Writer
- Hello Pop (1933) as Father
- Hello Pop (1933) Writer
- The Three Stooges: Extreme Rarities (1932)
- Hollywood on Parade (1932) as Self
- Soup to Nuts (1930) as Ted 'Teddy'
- Wise Guys Prefer Brunettes (1926) as Napolean Fizz
- The Three Stooges + Comedy Gold Standard Creator
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Ted Healy best known for?
Ted Healy is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Big Parade of Comedy (1964), San Francisco (1936), Super GALS! (2001), 4 Hochzeiten und eine Traumreise (2012).
When and where was Ted Healy born?
Ted Healy was born on October 1, 1896 in Kaufman, Texas, USA. They passed away on December 21, 1937.
How many credits does Ted Healy have?
Ted Healy has accumulated over 56 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1926 to 1997.
What is Ted Healy's background in cinema and television?
Ted Healy, born Charles Ernest Lee Nash on October 1, 1896, in Kaufman, Texas, was an American vaudeville performer, comedian, and actor. He is recognized as the creator of The Three Stooges and the slapstick comedy style they popularized. Throughout his career, Healy maintained his own stage and film presence, appeari...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Big Parade of Comedy (1964) as Reporter in 'Hollywood Party' (archive footage) — aged about 67
- San Francisco (1936) as Mat — aged about 39
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