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Mickey Rooney (born Joseph Yule Jr.; other pseudonym Mickey Maguire; September 23, 1920 – April 6, 2014) was an American actor. In 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. [2]
Mickey Rooney was born Joe Yule Jr. on September 23, 1920 in Brooklyn, New York. He first took the stage as a toddler in his parents vaudeville act at 17 months old. He made his first film appearance in 1926. The following year, he played the lead character in the first Mickey McGuire short film.
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- Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
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- North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
Jun 13, 2024 · Mickey Rooney (born September 23, 1920, Brooklyn, New York, U.S.—died April 6, 2014, North Hollywood, California) was an American motion-picture, stage, and musical star noted for his energy, charisma, and versatility.
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Learn about the life and career of Mickey Rooney, one of Hollywood's most versatile and enduring stars. From his childhood in vaudeville and Andy Hardy films to his later roles and awards, discover his achievements and challenges.
- September 23, 1920
- April 6, 2014
Apr 7, 2014 · Mickey Rooney, the exuberant entertainer who led a roller-coaster life — the world’s top box-office star at 19 as the irrepressible Andy Hardy, a bankrupt has-been in his 40s, a comeback kid on...
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MICKEY ROONEY – Official Mickey Rooney site. In The Memory Of Mickey Rooney. The Worlds Greatest Entertainer! Get Started. Everything about Mickey in one place. Mickey would say at every show: 87 Years! Who would believe it. From the first tottering steps onto a burlesque stage, to the thrill of performing with the love of my life, Jan.
Apr 7, 2014 · Rooney died Sunday at age 93 surrounded by family at his North Hollywood home, police said. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s office said Rooney died a natural death.