Leo Penn

Leo Penn

Deceased · Born: Aug 27, 1921 · Died: Sep 5, 1998

Personal Details

BornAug 27, 1921 Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA
Spouse
  • Eileen Ryan

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Sep 5, 1998 )
  • Olive Deering

    ( Feb 19, 1947 to Jan 2, 1958 )
Parents
  • Maurice Daniel Penn (Moischa Pinon)
  • Elizabeth Marion Melincoff
Relatives
  • Hopper Penn (Grandchild)
  • Dylan Penn (Grandchild)
  • Liam Penn (Grandchild)

Biography

Leo Penn, a multifaceted individual, entered this world on August 27, 1921, in the charming city of Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA. This talented director and actor left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, with some of his most notable works including the television series Ben Casey, which premiered in 1961, the iconic science fiction show Star Trek, which debuted in 1966, and the popular detective drama Remington Steele, which aired from 1982 to 1987. Throughout his life, Penn was married twice, first to the lovely Eileen Ryan, and later to the talented actress Olive Deering. Unfortunately, his life came to a close on September 5, 1998, in Los Angeles, California, USA.

Career

1984
The Wild Life
The Wild Life as Tom's Dad
1977
1962
Birdman of Alcatraz
Birdman of Alcatraz as Eddie Kassellis (uncredited)
1959
1949
The Undercover Man
The Undercover Man as Sidney Gordon
Not Wanted
Not Wanted as Steve Ryan
1947
Fall Guy
Fall Guy as Tom Cochrane
1988
Judgment in Berlin
Judgment in Berlin as Director, Writer
1981
1979
1970
Quarantined
Quarantined as Director
1966