Troy Donahue - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 27, 1936 |
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| Died | September 02, 2001 (age 65) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Troy Donahue's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in 'A Summer Place', 'Parrish', and the TV series 'Surfside 6'. |
Intro
Troy Donahue was an American film and television actor and singer, best known for his roles in popular 1950s and 1960s romantic dramas. He was recognized as a teen idol and sex symbol, appearing in numerous films produced by Warner Bros. and frequently cast alongside Sandra Dee and Connie Stevens.
Early Life & Background
Born Merle Johnson Jr. in New York City, Troy Donahue was the son of a publishing executive. He attended Columbia University, where he studied journalism and acting before moving to Hollywood to begin his career in film and television.
Career Highlights
- Starred in 'A Summer Place' (1959), gaining international fame as a teen idol.
- Leading man in 'Parrish' (1961), 'Susan Slade' (1961), and 'Rome Adventure' (1962).
- Starred as Sandy Winfield II in the TV series 'Surfside 6' (1960–1962).
- Appeared in the film 'The Godfather Part II' (1974) in a supporting role.
Trivia
- His birth name was Merle Johnson Jr.[1][2]
- He was noted for his striking good looks, blonde hair, and blue eyes.
- After fame declined, Donahue struggled with alcoholism but later became sober and advocated for recovery.
FAQs
People also ask
Troy Donahue was born the 27 January 1936.
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 27th, 1936, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 27, 1936, the U.S. Senate overrode President Franklin D. Roosevelt's veto of the Adjusted Compensation Payment Act, also known as the Bonus Bill, which provided World War I veterans with immediate cash bonuses.
- Day of the week: January 27th, 1936 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: After the Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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