Donald O'Connor

Donald O'Connor

Deceased · Born: Aug 28, 1925 · Died: Sep 27, 2003

Personal Details

BornAug 28, 1925 Chicago, Illinois, USA
Spouse
  • Gloria Noble

    ( Oct 11, 1956 to Sep 27, 2003 )
  • Gwen Carter

    ( Feb 7, 1944 to Jul 2, 1954 )
Parents
  • John Edward O'Connor
  • Effie Irene O'Connor

Biography

As a youthful and talented individual, O'Connor was born into a family with a rich history in the world of vaudeville. This upbringing played a significant role in shaping his career, as he went on to appear in numerous musical productions for Universal Studios during the 1940s.

One of his most notable and enduring contributions to the world of cinema is arguably his work in the iconic musical film "Singin' in the Rain" (1952). In this beloved classic, O'Connor showcased his impressive dancing skills, culminating in a series of daring backflips that left audiences in awe.

In addition to his work in musicals, O'Connor also demonstrated his comedic chops in a variety of leading roles. One of his most memorable and enduring characters is undoubtedly his portrayal of the trusty sidekick to the lovable and wisecracking Francis the Talking Mule in the popular film series.

Throughout his career, O'Connor's versatility, charisma, and undeniable talent made him a beloved and respected figure in the entertainment industry.

Career

1997
Out to Sea
Out to Sea as Jonathan Devereaux
That's Entertainment! III
That's Entertainment! III as (archive footage)
1992
Toys
Toys as Kenneth Zevo
1987
A Time to Remember
A Time to Remember as Father Walsh
1982
Pandemonium
Pandemonium as Glenn's Dad
1981
Ragtime
Ragtime as Evelyn's Dance Instructor
1978
The Big Fix
The Big Fix as Francis Joins The Navy
1976
1965
That Funny Feeling
That Funny Feeling as Harvey Granson
Cry for Happy
Cry for Happy as Murray Prince
1957
1956
Anything Goes
Anything Goes as Ted Adams
1955
Francis in the Navy
Francis in the Navy as Peter Stirling
1954
Francis Joins the WACS
Francis Joins the WACS as Peter Stirling
1953
Walking My Baby Back Home
Walking My Baby Back Home as Clarence "Jigger" Millard
I Love Melvin
I Love Melvin as Melvin Hoover
Call Me Madam
Call Me Madam as Kenneth Gibson
1952
Singin' in the Rain
Singin' in the Rain as Cosmo Brown
1951
Double Crossbones
Double Crossbones as Davey Crandall
1950
Francis
Francis as Peter Stirling
The Milkman
The Milkman as Roger Bradley
1949
Yes Sir, That's My Baby
Yes Sir, That's My Baby as William Waldo Winfield
1948
Are You with It?
Are You with It? as Milton Haskins
1947
1945
Patrick the Great
Patrick the Great as Pat Donahue Jr.
1944
The Merry Monahans
The Merry Monahans as Jimmy Monahan
This Is the Life
This Is the Life as Jimmy Plum
Chip Off the Old Block
Chip Off the Old Block as Donald Corrigan
Bowery to Broadway
Bowery to Broadway as Specialty dancer
Follow the Boys
Follow the Boys as Donald O'Connor
1943
Top Man
Top Man as Don Warren
It Comes Up Love
It Comes Up Love as Ricky Ives
Mister Big
Mister Big as Donald J. O'Connor
1942
Get Hep to Love
Get Hep to Love as Jimmy Arnold
1939
On Your Toes
On Your Toes as Phil Jr. as a Boy
Beau Geste
Beau Geste as Beau Geste (as a Child)
1938
Sing, You Sinners
Sing, You Sinners as Mike Beebe