Joey Faye

Joey Faye

Deceased · Born: Jul 12, 1909 · Died: Apr 26, 1997

Personal Details

BornJul 12, 1909 New York, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Judi Faye

    ( Dec 20, 1971 to Apr 26, 1997 )
  • Gina Carr

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Jul 13, 1972 )
  • Eileen Jenkins

Biography

Joey Faye, a celebrated American comedian and actor, left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry, his remarkable career spanning multiple decades and various genres. Born in the bustling metropolis of New York, Faye's artistic talents and quick wit ultimately led him to become a prominent figure in the world of vaudeville, where he gained widespread recognition as a masterful comedian.

Throughout his illustrious career, Faye created not one, but two of vaudeville's most iconic and enduring pieces of business, the first being "Floogle Street", also affectionately known as "Susquehana Hat Company", a performance that showcased his exceptional comedic skills and ability to craft memorable characters.

Additionally, Faye's creative genius was also responsible for the creation of "Slowly I Turned", another vaudeville classic that cemented his status as a true comedy legend.

Not only did Faye make a significant impact in the world of vaudeville and legitimate theater, but he also went on to have a remarkable career in the realm of cinematic and television performances, consistently demonstrating his extraordinary range and adaptability as a performer.

Career

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1984
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1976
The Front
The Front as Waiter
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1972
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1971
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1967
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1966
Penelope
Penelope as Spectator (uncredited)
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1963
For Love or Money
For Love or Money as Bread Shopper
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1962
That Touch of Mink
That Touch of Mink as Man with Cards by Pool
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1960
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1958
Sing Boy Sing
Sing Boy Sing as Mr. Baron (uncredited)
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1957
Hear Me Good
Hear Me Good as Charlie Cooper
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Street of Sinners
Street of Sinners as Pete (as Joey Fay)
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1955
The Tender Trap
The Tender Trap as Sol Z. Steiner
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1954
Top Banana
Top Banana as Pinky
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1953
Let's Do It Again
Let's Do It Again as Party Guest (uncredited)
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1948
Close-Up
Close-Up as Roger
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1991