Freddie Mercer

Freddie Mercer

Deceased · Born: Mar 6, 1929 · Died: Feb 5, 1978

Personal Details

BornMar 6, 1929 Detroit, Michigan, USA

Biography

Noted singer in Detroit, widely recognized for his exceptional vocal talents, held the esteemed position of soloist for the illustrious Detroit Symphony Orchestra, a renowned institution revered for its dedication to musical excellence, as well as the revered St. Paul's Cathedral, a majestic and historic place of worship, steeped in tradition and spirituality.

The remarkable journey of this individual commenced with a trip to the radiant city of Hollywood in the year 1940, where he had the esteemed privilege of performing at the renowned National Music Conference. It was during this pivotal moment that he unwittingly caught the discerning eye of one of the influential sponsors of the Turnabout Theatre, who subsequently extended an offer for him to participate in a captivating circus show. The inaugural performance of this mesmerizing production was graced by the esteemed presence of Harold Schuster, a prominent figure at 20th Century Fox, who was so impressed that he subsequently signed this talented individual to star alongside the accomplished Roddy McDowell in the 1942 film "On the Sunnyside".

Career

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1944
Gildersleeve's Ghost
Gildersleeve's Ghost as Leroy Forrester
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Tender Comrade
Tender Comrade as Boy (uncredited)
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Going My Way
Going My Way as Boys Choir Member (uncredited)
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1943
Gildersleeve on Broadway
Gildersleeve on Broadway as Leroy Forrester
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Gildersleeve's Bad Day
Gildersleeve's Bad Day as Leroy Forrestor
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This Land Is Mine
This Land Is Mine as Boy in Classroom
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1942
On the Sunny Side
On the Sunny Side as Don Andrews
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Shadows on the Sage
Shadows on the Sage as Johnny Jackson
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The Great Gildersleeve
The Great Gildersleeve as Leroy Forrester
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Flying with Music
Flying with Music as One of the Singing Children
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The Major and the Minor
The Major and the Minor as Wilbur (uncredited)
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1941
One Foot in Heaven
One Foot in Heaven as Choir Member (uncredited)
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1940