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Troy Donahue (born Merle Johnson Jr., January 27, 1936 – September 2, 2001) was an American film and television actor, best known for his role as Johnny Hunter in the film A Summer Place. He was a popular sex symbol in the 1950s and 1960s.
Troy Donahue. Actor: A Summer Place. Troy Donahue was a journalism student at Columbia University when he began playing in stock productions. He made his film debut in Man Afraid (1957) and in 1959 signed as a contract player with Warner Bros., which promoted him to stardom with A Summer Place (1959) that year.
- Actor, Soundtrack
- January 27, 1936
- 51 sec
- September 2, 2001
Troy Donahue. Actor: A Summer Place. Troy Donahue was a journalism student at Columbia University when he began playing in stock productions. He made his film debut in Man Afraid (1957) and in 1959 signed as a contract player with Warner Bros., which promoted him to stardom with A Summer Place (1959) that year.
- Actor, Soundtrack
- September 2, 2001
- January 27, 1936
Sep 3, 2001 · PACIFIC PALISADES, California (CNN) -- Troy Donahue, a blond-haired, blue-eyed actor who achieved teen heartthrob status in the 1950s and 60s, died Sunday in a California hospital. Donahue, 65,...
Oct 30, 2023 · Learn about the life and career of Troy Donahue, the blonde heartthrob who starred in films like "A Summer Place" and "Parrish". Discover his rise to stardom, his struggles with personal and professional challenges, and his legacy as an influential actor and a symbol of youthful rebellion.
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Nov 22, 2023 · Learn about the life and legacy of Troy Donahue, one of the most iconic stars of 1960s Hollywood. Discover his breakout roles, personal struggles, and enduring appeal to fans and film critics.
Troy Donahue - Turner Classic Movies. Overview. Biography. Filmography. Life Events. Photos & Videos. Family & Companions. About. Read More. Also Known As. Merle Johnson Jr. Birth Place. New York City, New York, USA. Born. January 27, 1936. Died. September 02, 2001. Cause of Death. Heart Attack. Biography. Read More.
