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Dennis O'Keefe

Dennis O'Keefe - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 29, 1908
BirthplaceFort Madison, Iowa, USA
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Dennis O'Keefe's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacMonkey
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForProlific American film actor noted for roles in 'T-Men' and 'Raw Deal' as well as numerous B-movies and television appearances.

Intro

Dennis O'Keefe was an American actor whose career spanned from the 1930s through the 1960s, known for his performances in film noir, comedies, and later in television. He became recognized for his versatility, starring in nearly 200 films during Hollywood's Golden Age.

Early Life & Background

Dennis O'Keefe, born Edward Vance Flanagan, was the son of vaudeville performers. He began acting in his parents' stage act at an early age, which led to a lifelong career in show business.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as lead in 'T-Men' (1947), a seminal film noir directed by Anthony Mann.
  • Featured in the noir classic 'Raw Deal' (1948).
  • Had a successful run as the star of the sitcom 'The Dennis O'Keefe Show' (1959–1960).
  • Appeared in classics such as 'Topper Returns' (1941), 'Brewster's Millions' (1945), and 'The Leopard Man' (1943).

Trivia

  • Originally used the screen name 'Bud Flanagan' before adopting Dennis O'Keefe.
  • Appeared in nearly 200 films during his career.
  • Also worked as a screenwriter under the pseudonym Jonathan Rix.

FAQs

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When was Dennis O'Keefe born?

Dennis O'Keefe was born the 29 March 1908.

Where is Dennis O'Keefe from?

Fort Madison, Iowa, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About March 29th, 1908, in brief:

  • Day of the week: March 29th, 1908 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Some Day You'll Come Back to Me by Harry Macdonough & Frank Stanley
  • Popular movie: The Red Girl directed by D.W. Griffith

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dennis_O%27Keefe
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0645021/