Tom Hennesy

Tom Hennesy

Deceased · Born: Aug 4, 1923 · Died: May 23, 2011

Personal Details

BornAug 4, 1923 Los Angeles, California, USA

Biography

Tom Hennesy embarked on a multifaceted career in the entertainment industry, initially serving as a Stuntman and Actor, concurrently pursuing his education at USC and playing football. This dual endeavor marked the beginning of his remarkable journey in the world of cinema and television.

Notably, Hennesy took on the iconic title role in the Universal horror film "Revenge Of The Creature", the sequel to the beloved classic "Creature From The Black Lagoon". His impressive acting skills and daredevil stunts earned him recognition in numerous John Wayne and John Ford films, cementing his reputation as a talented and versatile performer.

Beyond his work in front of the camera, Hennesy also donned the hat of a stunt double, providing physical support to several Hollywood stars, including Rock Hudson, Randolph Scott, Rod Cameron, Jeff Chandler, and many more.

In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Hennesy pursued a career in education, serving as a General Secondary and Elementary School Teacher in various Hollywood studios. His impressive roster of celebrity students included Natalie Wood, Annette Funicello, Paul Anka, Sal Mineo, Tim Considine, Molly Bee, Tommy Rettig, and Lauren Chapin, among others.

As a testament to his dedication to education and his passion for the arts, Hennesy's legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

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1972
Squares
Squares as Hilly
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1971
Big Jake
Big Jake as Mr. Sweet (uncredited)
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1967
The War Wagon
The War Wagon as Bartender (uncredited)
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1962
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance
The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance as Buck Langhorn (uncredited)
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1961
The Comancheros
The Comancheros as Gordo - Graile's Bodyguard (uncredited)
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1955
Revenge of the Creature
Revenge of the Creature as The Gill Man (on land) / Marineland Diver (uncredited)
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The Long Gray Line
The Long Gray Line as Cadet Dotson (uncredited)
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1954
It Should Happen to You
It Should Happen to You as Board Member (uncredited)