Tommy Steele

Tommy Steele

88 · Born: Dec 17, 1936

Personal Details

BornDec 17, 1936 Bermondsey, London, England, UK
Parents
  • Thomas Walter Hicks
  • Elizabeth Ellen Bennett
Relatives
  • Sandra Hicks (Sibling)

Biography

Tommy Steele's journey to stardom was marked by a series of unconventional occupations, prior to his fateful appearance at the renowned "2I's" coffee bar in London, a hub of creative energy and artistic expression. It was here that he was discovered by the astute and influential talent scout, Larry Parnes, who recognized the young performer's potential and set in motion the wheels of a carefully crafted pop star machine. With his signature cheeky grin and a repertoire of mellow, rock 'n' roll tunes, Tommy Steele rose to prominence as one of Britain's first manufactured pop stars, captivating audiences with his unique blend of charm and musicality.

Career

1979
1969
Where's Jack?
Where's Jack? as Jack Sheppard
1968
Finian's Rainbow
Finian's Rainbow as 'Og' the Leprechaun
1967
Half a Sixpence
Half a Sixpence as Arthur Kipps
1963
The Dream Maker
The Dream Maker as Billy Bowles
1960
Skywatch
Skywatch as Eric McCaffey
1959
Tommy the Toreador
Tommy the Toreador as Tommy Tomkins
1958
The Duke Wore Jeans
The Duke Wore Jeans as Tony Whitecliffe/Tommy Hudson
1957
1979
Quincy's Quest
Quincy's Quest as Story, Screenplay