Billy Dooley

Billy Dooley

Deceased · Born: Feb 8, 1893 · Died: Aug 4, 1938

1935
1929
1928

Personal Details

BornFeb 8, 1893 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Born on a chilly winter morning, February 8, 1893, in the bustling metropolis of Chicago, Illinois, USA, Billy Dooley embarked on a lifelong journey that would take him to the bright lights of the silver screen. As an accomplished actor, he would go on to captivate audiences with his remarkable performances in a string of films that have since become classics of the era.

Some of his most notable roles include the 1938 adventure film "Call of the Yukon", the 1938 drama "The Marines Are Here", and the 1932 mystery thriller "Manhattan Tower". Each of these films showcased Dooley's remarkable range and versatility as an actor, earning him a reputation as one of the most talented performers of his time.

Tragically, Billy Dooley's life was cut short when he passed away on August 4, 1938, in the city of angels, Hollywood, California, USA. Despite his untimely demise, his legacy lives on through the countless films he left behind, a testament to his enduring impact on the world of cinema.

Career

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1938
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Joy of Living
Joy of Living as Courtroom Janitor (Uncredited)
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Sing, You Sinners
Sing, You Sinners as Bartender (uncredited)
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1937
Live, Love and Learn
Live, Love and Learn as Fritz - Bob's Neighbor (uncredited)
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Double Wedding
Double Wedding as Saxophonist (uncredited)
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You're Only Young Once
You're Only Young Once as Postman (uncredited)
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1936
The Plot Thickens
The Plot Thickens as Gas Station Attendant
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1935
The Rainmakers
The Rainmakers as Switchman
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Pursuit
Pursuit as Veterinarian's Assistant
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Woman Wanted
Woman Wanted as Mr. Sneider - Bumped by Ann (uncredited)
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The Night Is Young
The Night Is Young as Coronetist (uncredited)
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Here Comes the Band
Here Comes the Band as Harry Obsen (uncredited)
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It's in the Air
It's in the Air as Taxi Driver (uncredited)
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Star of Midnight
Star of Midnight as Bartender (uncredited)
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Naughty Marietta
Naughty Marietta as Marietta's Drunken Brother (uncredited)
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Murder on a Honeymoon
Murder on a Honeymoon as Porter at Seaplane Landing (uncredited)
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1934
Million Dollar Ransom
Million Dollar Ransom as Newspaper Reporter (Uncredited)
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1933
Bombshell
Bombshell as Man Claiming to Be Lola's Husband (uncredited)
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1932
Manhattan Tower
Manhattan Tower as Crane-Eaton