Elbert Coplen Jr. embarked on a lifelong journey of love and companionship in 1963, exchanging vows with his beloved wife, Jo A Perry. Together, they welcomed two precious children into the world, Scott and Lori, who would bring immense joy and fulfillment to their parents' lives.
As a family, they resided on the picturesque Olive Street in the charming city of Venice, California, surrounded by the warm California sun and the soothing sounds of the Pacific Ocean.
But little did anyone know that Elbert Jr. had already made a name for himself in the entertainment industry at a tender age. According to the reputable 'outofthepastblog', Elbert Coplen Jr. played the role of John ("Johnnie") in the hilarious RKO comedy, Bachelor Mother, released in 1939.
Born into a family of modest means, Elbert Jr.'s father, Elbert Coplen Sr., was a skilled mechanical engineer who worked at the now-defunct Douglas Aircraft Manufacturing Co. in Los Angeles. His mother, maiden name Callanan, was a devoted housewife who dedicated her life to nurturing her family.
The story goes that RKO was in search of babies aged six months to appear in their upcoming film, and a staggering 50 mothers auditioned their little ones for the part. Director Garson Kanin, known for his keen eye for talent, chose the charming Elbert Coplen Jr. for the role.
But Kanin didn't just look for the most well-behaved baby. He sought a child who possessed a certain je ne sais quoi – photogenic charm, robust health, and a temperament that wouldn't be prone to excessive crying fits. And little "Bert" Coplen fit the bill perfectly, capturing the hearts of audiences everywhere with his adorable antics and captivating on-screen presence.
