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Jackie Gleason

Date of Death: June 24, 1987 (71)

Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1959
Sid Davis

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1949
Inspector Mahoney

"Vacation in the Store" Performer

"Fifth Avenue" Ensemble

Patient

Customer

The Fugitive

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1948
Lieut. Sullivan [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1944
Goofy Gale

[Broadway]
1943
Performer

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1940
Dr. Christian

The Cop

Tybalt

"The Cabby's Serenade" Singer

"The Old Park Bench" Singer

"Toscanini, Stokowski and Me" Assistant

Art Lover

A Salesman

The Valet


Movies

Orchestra Wives
[ 1942 ] Ben Beck
Tramp, Tramp, Tramp!
[ 1942 ] Hank
The Desert Hawk
[ 1950 ] Aladdin
The Hustler
[ 1961 ] Minnesota Fats
Gigot
[ 1962 ] Gigot
Requiem for a Heavyweight
[ 1962 ] Maish Rennick
Papa's Delicate Condition
[ 1963 ] Jack Griffith
Soldier in the Rain
[ 1963 ] MSgt. Maxwell Slaughter
Skidoo
[ 1968 ] Tony Banks
How to Commit Marriage
[ 1969 ] Oliver Poe
Don't Drink the Water
[ 1969 ] Walter Hollander
How Do I Love Thee?
[ 1970 ] Stanley Waltz
Mr. Billion
[ 1977 ] John Cutler
Smokey and the Bandit
[ 1977 ] Sheriff Buford T. Justice of Portague County
Smokey and the Bandit II
[ 1980 ] Sheriff Buford T. Justice, Gaylord Justice, Reginald Van Justice
The Toy
[ 1982 ] U.S. Bates
Smokey and the Bandit Part 3
[ 1983 ] Buford T. Justice
The Sting II
[ 1983 ] Fargo Gondorff
Nothing in Common
[ 1986 ] Max Bner

Awards and Nominations


winner
Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical

Jackie Gleason, Take Me Along

News


Sarah Millican Extends LATE BLOOMER World Tour Across 2025 With 24+ Dates

Award-winning comedian Sarah Millican has announced an extension of her acclaimed  tour, with her hit stand-up show 'Late Bloomer' set to arrive in the USA in 2025.
Review: SHPIDER! at THE BRICK HOUSE THEATRE

Before seeing this show, I knew nothing of it besides a quite comedically tantalizing Instagram promo video and a snazzy 60’s referencing sci-fi movie poster.  The script and plot however was as elusive as even the idea of a commonly puerile film executive attempting to write an exploitable and profitable, A-list silver screen-play hit written by a bunch of particularly un-talented and servile lackeys.  And yet, SHPIDER! is as surprising a runaway hit as (spoiler) the comedy’s fantastical ending!
Dancer and Choreographer Diana Baffa-Brill Passes Away at 81

After a long illness, Diana Baffa-Brill, dancer and choreographer, died in Los Angeles on October 13, 2024. Learn more about Baffa-Brill's life and career.
Dropkick Murphys Detail St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Tour

The full list of shows has been announced for Dropkick Murphys’ St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Tour, which kicks off February 26, 2025 in Huntington, New York and wraps with four Boston, Massachusetts.
Thalia, Eden Muñoz, and Yandel Join Billboard Latin Music Week

Billboard has announced that Latin powerhouses Thalia, Eden Muñoz, and Yandel will join the star-studded lineup for the 2024 Billboard Latin Music Week, which currently features more than 50 artists representing the past, present and future of Latin music.
Broadway Performer June L. Walker Rogers Passes Away at 97

June L. Walker Rogers, Broadway singer, dancer, and comedienne, who appeared on television and authored thirteen published plays and musicals, died on Monday, July 8th, at her home in Westport, CT. She was 97. 
Ice Spice Unveils New Single, 'Did It First' Feat. Central Cee

GRAMMY®-nominated rapper and pop culture sensation Ice Spice teams up with chart-topping UK rapper Central Cee on the explosive new single “Did It First.” The track is from Ice Spice’s debut album, Y2K! — due out July 26. Listen to it now!
Review: CENTENNIAL CASTING at Penguin Rep Theatre

Mike Labbadia creates a larger-than-life Vincent whose slow burns, emotional outbursts, and comically hapless attempts at romance reminded me of Jackie Gleason as Ralph Kramden in seminal sitcom The Honeymooners. I mentioned the Gleason comparison to Mr. Labbadia after his performance. What I didn’t realize at that moment is that in the script, which I read later, the character breakdown for Vincent invokes “Ralph Kramden” and an authors’ note in the script references “The Honeymooners.”
Ice Spice Sets July Release for Debut Album 'Y2K!'

Multi-platinum-selling and GRAMMY-nominated rapper Ice Spice has announced her highly anticipated debut album is confirmed to be released on July 26th. With its title nodding to her birthday (January 1, 2000), Ice Spice’s full-length debut will also include her latest single “Gimmie A Light.' Listen to the single now!
Glaive Unveils New Song 'tijuana freestyle'

Breakout star glaive has debuted a new single, “tijuana freestyle,” alongside a self-shot and directed video. “tijuana freestyle” arrives on the heels of glaive’s latest EP, a bit of a mad one, which he shared earlier this year. The new music was recorded during a trip to Alaska with longtime producer Jeff Hazin, Ralph Castelli and new collaborator John Cunningham. Listen to the single here!
Dusty Kay, Co-Writer of THE HONEYMOONERS Musical, Passes Away at 69

Writer Dusty Kay has passed away. Learn more about Kay's life and work.
IT'S TIME PRESENTS: GIRLS NIGHT OUT Tour Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre

Experience IT'S TIME PRESENTS: GIRLS NIGHT OUT tour at the Fisher Theatre this summer. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Glaive To Join The Kid Laroi On Extensive North American Tour This Summer

Breakout star glaive is set to open for The Kid Laroi on his highly anticipated “The First Time Tour.” The extensive North American run which kicks off in May, includes stops at New York’s Radio City Music Hall, Los Angeles’ The Torch, Washington, D.C.’s The Anthem, Chicago’s Byline Bank Aragon Ballroom and more.
Mike Birbiglia Announces Fall 2024 Dates For Comedy Tour PLEASE STOP THE RIDE

Comedian Mike Birbiglia has extended his tour dates, delighting fans with more opportunities to catch his hilarious performances live.
Tye Tribbett And Friends Sets 'Only One Night Tho' 2024 Tour

On the heels of his GRAMMY win for Best Gospel Album singer, songwriter and musician, Tye Tribbett and Friends sets the Only One Night Tho 2024 tour. The 20-city tour kicks off on May 16 at The Met in Philadelphia making stops across the U.S. in Brooklyn, Atlanta, Chicago and more before wrapping up in San Francisco at The Masonic on June 14.  
Mon Laferte Announces 'AUTOPOIETICA TOUR 2024' Hitting The Forum, Theatre At MSG And More

Produced by Live Nation, the 16-city tour kicks off on May 2 at the Rosemont Theatre in Chicago, making stops in Austin, San Francisco, and more before wrapping up in Seattle at the Paramount Theatre on May 31. One of the tour's highlights will definitely be her performance in Los Angeles at the Kia Forum on May 25.
Stand-Up Comedy Will Continue at Florida Rep in February and March

Don't miss the hilarious stand-up comedy shows on Feb 23 & Mar 1 at Florida Rep.
Bob Papke Appointed ASM Global's First Vice President Of Industry Relations and Client Development

ASM Global, the world's leading producer of live-event experiences, venue management and event strategy, has appointed Bob Papke as the company's first vice president of industry relations and client development.
Mitski Announces 2024 UK/Ireland & European Tour Dates For 'The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We' Album

In September, Mitski released her new album, The Land Is Inhospitable And So Are We via Dead Oceans to an overwhelming wealth of praise. Since its release, Mitski has been presenting all-acoustic performances of the record in intimate venues in select cities in North America, the UK and Europe. Mitski now readies herself for a full tour for 2024.
Pantochino Productions Presents AND AWAY WE GO Next Month

Award-winning Pantochino Productions, a professional not-for-profit theatre company in Milford will debut it’s new musical, “And Away We Go” April 21 through May 7 at the MAC, Milford Arts Council on Railroad Avenue in Downtown Milford.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jackie Gleason been in?

Jackie Gleason has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Jackie Gleason been in?

Jackie Gleason has not appeared in the West End

What awards has Jackie Gleason been nominated for?

Jackie Gleason has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his role in "Take Me Along".

What awards has Jackie Gleason won?

Jackie Gleason has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his performance in "Take Me Along."

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