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Jackie Cooper. John Cooper Jr. (September 15, 1922 – May 3, 2011) was an American actor and director. Known as Jackie Cooper, he began his career performing in film as a child, and successfully transitioned to adult roles and directing in both film and television.
Jackie Cooper was a versatile and prolific performer who starred in films, TV shows, and directed episodes of Superman and other series. He also served in the Navy Reserve and reached the rank of captain, earning the Legion of Merit and other honors.
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Jackie Cooper was a child star, a Navy officer, and a director. He acted in films such as Superman, Hennesey, and M*A*S*H, and directed episodes of the latter series.
- September 15, 1922
- May 3, 2011
May 4, 2011 · May 4, 2011. Jackie Cooper, the pug-nosed kid who became America’s Boy in tear-jerker films of the Great Depression, then survived Hollywood’s notorious graveyard of child stardom and...
May 4, 2011 · Jackie Cooper, who went from Oscar-nominated child star to TV executive and director while amassing scores of acting credits — including playing Perry White in the four Christopher Reeve...
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May 5, 2011 · Thu 5 May 2011 09.38 EDT. Jackie Cooper, who has died aged 88, was the first child star of the talkies, paving the way for Freddie Bartholomew, Shirley Temple and Mickey Rooney. While they...
May 4, 2011 · Jackie Cooper was nominated for an Oscar at 9 for "Skippy" and played Perry White in four "Superman" movies. He also starred in TV comedies, directed episodes and wrote an autobiography.