Donald O'Connor

Born: 1925-08-28

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Donald O’Connor (August 28, 1925 – September 27, 2003) was an American dancer, singer, and actor who came to fame in a series of movies in which he co-starred alternately with Gloria Jean, Peggy Ryan, and Francis the Talking Mule. He is best known today for his role in Singin' in the Rain.

Known For

Singin' in the Rain
Ragtime
Toys
Night of 100 Stars II
Boy Trouble
Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC
That's Entertainment! III
Out to Sea
That's Entertainment!
There's No Business Like Show Business

Top Movie Credits

Ragtime Evelyn's Dance Instructor
Toys Kenneth Zevo
That's Entertainment! III (archive footage)
Out to Sea Jonathan Devereaux
That's Entertainment! Self - Host / Narrator