Robert Coogan (December 13, 1924 – May 12, 1978) was an American film and television actor.
Robert Coogan | |
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 Robert Coogan (right) with Jackie Cooper in Skippy (1931) | |
| Born | Robert Anthony Coogan December 13, 1924 |
| Died | May 12, 1978 (aged 53) |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1931–1962 |
| Relatives | Jackie Coogan (brother) Keith Coogan (grand-nephew) |
Early life edit
Robert Coogan was born in Glendale, California, to parents Jack Coogan Sr. and Lillian Coogan. His older brother was Jackie Coogan, perhaps Hollywood's most famous child star of the 1920s.
Career edit
Starting as a child actor, Robert Coogan made his film debut as Sooky in Skippy (1931), a comedy-drama family film which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture. He also reprised the role of Sooky in its sequel Sooky (1931). In addition to his appearance in Skippy, Coogan appeared in over one dozen other films and made one appearance in a television production. Coogan continued acting in adulthood, but only with minor success. He portrayed the role of Humphrey Pennyworth in the Joe Palooka B-movies.
Personal life edit
Coogan's only child is Jonathan Coogan. Coogan's nephew is stereographer and 3D producer Anthony Coogan and his grand-nephew Keith Coogan is also an actor.
Filmography edit
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | Skippy | Sooky Wayne | |
| 1931 | Sooky | ||
| 1932 | The Miracle Man | Bobbie Holmes | |
| 1932 | Sky Bride | Willie Smith | |
| 1942 | Johnny Doughboy | Bobby Coogan | |
| 1947 | Kilroy Was Here | Soldier Cheer Leader | |
| 1948 | French Leave | Mack | |
| 1948 | Mater Minds | Young Man | |
| 1950 | Joe Palooka Meets Humphrey | Humphrey Pennyworth | |
| 1950 | Joe Palooka in Humphrey Takes a Chance | ||
| 1950 | The Underworld Story | Henchman | Uncredited |
| 1950 | Joe Palooka in the Squared Circle | Humphrey Pennyworth | |
| 1951 | Ghost Chasers | Jack Eagan | |
| 1952 | Here Come the Marines | Marine Chef | |
| 1959 | General Electric Theater | Adolf Hitler | Episode: "Hitler's Secret" |
| 1960 | The Little Shop of Horrors | Tramp | Uncredited |
| 1962 | Third of a Man | Uncredited, (final film role) |
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