Tommy Noonan
Biography
Tommy Noonan, also credited as Tom Noonan, was an American male actor born in Bellingham, Washington. His birthdate is listed as April 29, 1922, and he died on April 24, 1968 at the age of 45. Primarily associated with comedy, Noonan worked as a performer, screenwriter and producer. Over his career he appeared in roughly 65 film and television projects spanning the 1940s through the 1960s, including both high‑profile pictures and B‑movies, and made several television appearances. He is noted for supporting roles such as Gus Esmond in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) and musician Danny McGuire in A Star Is Born (1954), as well as love‑interest parts opposite Jayne Mansfield in Promises… Promises! (1963) and Mamie Van Doren in 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt.
Career overview
Tommy Noonan was an American male actor born on April 29, 1922 in Bellingham, Washington, United States. He was also credited under the name Tom Noonan. Over the course of his career he accumulated a total of fifty‑one credited appearances, spanning both motion pictures and television productions. His body of work reflects a steady presence in the entertainment industry during the mid‑twentieth century, with roles that contributed to a varied portfolio of screen performances.
Noonan’s professional activity continued until shortly before his death. He passed away on April 24, 1968 at the age of forty‑five. The record of his career, as documented by The Movie Database, lists him primarily under the acting category, indicating that his principal contributions to film and television were as a performer rather than in other capacities such as writing or producing. His legacy is preserved through the catalog of his credited roles, which remain accessible to audiences and researchers interested in the era’s cinematic and televised output.
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Full Filmography
57 titles- Cottonpickin' Chickenpickers (1967) as Bird-Dog Berrigan
- Batman (1966) as Jolly Jackson
- Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1964) as Johnny Clark
- Valentine's Day (1964) as George Randolph
- 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt (1964) as Tom
- 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt (1964) Director
- 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt (1964) Producer
- 3 Nuts in Search of a Bolt (1964) Writer
- Promises! Promises! (1963) as Jeff Brooks
- Promises! Promises! (1963) Producer
- Promises! Promises! (1963) Screenplay
- Swingin' Along (1961) as Freddy
- My Three Sons (1960)
- The Big Party (1959) as Self
- The Rookie (1959) as Tommy Noonan / Japanese sailor
- The Rookie (1959) Writer
- The Girl Most Likely (1958) as Buzz
- Bundle of Joy (1956) as Freddie Miller
- The Ambassador's Daughter (1956) as Cpl. Al O'Connor
- The Best Things in Life Are Free (1956) as Carl Frisbee
- The Millionaire (1955) as Jim Hayes
- Hollywood Preview (1955) as Self
- Violent Saturday (1955) as Harry Reeves, Bank Manager
- How to Be Very, Very Popular (1955) as Eddie Jones
- The George Gobel Show (1954) as Self
- A Star Is Born (1954) as Danny McGuire
- Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) as Gus Esmond Jr.
- The Red Skelton Show (1951)
- Starlift (1951) as Noonan and Marshall
- FBI Girl (1951) as Tommy
- The Return of Jesse James (1950) as Charlie Ford
- Holiday Rhythm (1950) as Surgeon (as Tom Noonan)
- Adam's Rib (1949) as Reporter (uncredited)
- The Set-Up (1949) as Masher on Street (uncredited)
- Trapped (1949) as Bank Teller (uncredited)
- I Shot Jesse James (1949) as Charles Ford
- I Cheated the Law (1949) as Sad Sam Carney (as Tom Noonan)
- Jungle Patrol (1948) as Lt. 'Ham' Hamilton (as Tom Noonan)
- Open Secret (1948) as Bob, Man at bar (as Tom Noonan)
- Riff-Raff (1947) as First Down-and-Outer at Cabaret (uncredited)
- Born to Kill (1947) as Bellboy (uncredited)
- A Likely Story (1947) as Taxi Driver (uncredited)
- The Fabulous Joe (1947) as Elevator Operator
- The Big Fix (1947) as Andy Rawlins
- Follow That Music (1947)
- Bedlam (1946) as 1st Stonemason (uncredited)
- Ding Dong Williams (1946) as Zang
- Crack-Up (1946) as Bonbon Vendor (Uncredited)
- Step by Step (1946) as Counterman
- From This Day Forward (1946) as Maxie
- The Bamboo Blonde (1946) as Air Force Bomber Crewman (as Tom Noonan)
- Criminal Court (1946) as Cab Driver (uncredited)
- The Truth About Murder (1946) as Jonesy
- Dick Tracy (1945) as Johnny Moko (uncredited)
- The Big Beef (1945) as Steer Delivery Boy
- What, No Cigarettes (1945) as Cigarette Vendor
- Beware of Redheads (1945) as Doctor's Assistant
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What movies or TV shows is Tommy Noonan best known for?
Tommy Noonan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Batman (1966), Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1964), My Three Sons (1960), An Actor's Revenge (1963).
When and where was Tommy Noonan born?
Tommy Noonan was born on April 29, 1922 in Bellingham, Washington, USA. They passed away on April 24, 1968.
How many credits does Tommy Noonan have?
Tommy Noonan has accumulated over 57 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1945 to 1967.
What is Tommy Noonan's background in cinema and television?
Tommy Noonan, also credited as Tom Noonan, was an American male actor born in Bellingham, Washington. His birthdate is listed as April 29, 1922, and he died on April 24, 1968 at the age of 45. Primarily associated with comedy, Noonan worked as a performer, screenwriter and producer. Over his career he appeared in rough...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The George Gobel Show (1954) as Self — aged about 32
- The Red Skelton Show (1951) — aged about 29
- Batman (1966) as Jolly Jackson — aged about 44
- Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) as Gus Esmond Jr. — aged about 31
- Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1964) as Johnny Clark — aged about 42
- A Star Is Born (1954) as Danny McGuire — aged about 32
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