Mickey Rooney

Mickey Rooney, born Ninnian Joseph Yule Jr., was an American actor with a career spanning nearly nine decades. He appeared in more than 300 films and was among the last surviving stars of the silent-film era. Rooney was the top box-office attraction from 1939 to 1941 and one of the best-paid actors of that time. He gained early recognition performing in vaudeville and made his film debut at age six. As a child, he starred in the Mickey McGuire series of short films and played Puck in A Midsummer Night's Dream. Rooney's breakout role came at age 16 when he began playing Andy Hardy in a series of films; at 17, he received significant acclaim for his role in Boys Town, earning an Academy Juvenile Award. During World War II, Rooney served nearly two years in the military, entertaining troops and receiving a Bronze Star for his performances in combat zones. Post-war, his career faced challenges due to his height and age, but he continued acting in critically praised films including film noir productions as well as supporting roles in notable movies like The Black Stallion and It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World. Rooney returned to Broadway in the 1980s with Sugar Babies and received nominations for Tony and Drama Desk Awards. Throughout his career, he was recognized with multiple awards, including a Golden Globe and an Emmy in 1982, and he received an Academy Honorary Award in the same year. He also appeared extensively on television, showcasing his versatility across different media.

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Stars on Suspense (Old Time Radio)

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Suspense - Radio’s Outstanding Theater of Thrills

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Geezer Gus Presents™ - Classic Radio Shows / Classic Comedy Shows

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Hollywood Haystack

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Then There's California

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Classic Comedy of Old Time Radio

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Cabinet of Dr.Howdys Podcast

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Talking Dogs on Thursday

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