TV Shows - Troy Donahue
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on November 23, 2024. Troy Donahue has appeared in 1 television series with data.
#828Laverne & Shirley1 episode • #828 most popular showLaverne & Shirley is an American sitcom that aired from 1976 to 1983. The show follows the lives of two best friends, Laverne DeFazio and Shirley Feeney, who work as bottle-cappers in the Shotz Brewery in Milwaukee. Known for its comedic antics and vibrant characters, the series gained popularity for its mix of slapstick humor and heartfelt moments. Laverne & Shirley became a cultural phenomenon and spin-off of the hit show, Happy Days. It is often praised for its strong female leads and its portrayal of the working-class struggles and dreams in the 1950s and 1960s America.
Movies - Troy Donahue
Sorted by online popularity. Troy Donahue has appeared in 4 movies with data.
#91The Godfather Part IIas Merle Johnson • #91 most popular movieThe Godfather Part II is an American epic crime film that follows the story of the Corleone crime family, delving into the life of young Vito Corleone in Sicily and New York, as well as Michael Corleone's efforts to expand the family business in the 1950s.
#2,344Cry-Babyas Hatchet's Father • #2,344 most popular movieCry-Baby is a 1990 American teen musical romantic comedy film featuring a love story between a rebellious teen and a prim schoolgirl in 1950s Baltimore.
#6,568Grandview, U.S.A.as Donny Vinton • #6,568 most popular movieGrandview, U.S.A. is a 1984 American comedy-drama film with a storyline based on romantic entanglements and conflicts in the small town of Grandview, Illinois.
#7,827Cycloneas Bob Jenkins • #7,827 most popular movieCyclone is a 1987 science fiction action film about a woman tasked with protecting the ultimate motorcycle, Cyclone, from falling into the hands of government agents and criminals.
Troy Donahue Biography
Troy Donahue, born Merle Johnson Jr. on January 27, 1936 in New York City, was an American film and television actor and singer. He gained popularity as a sex symbol in the 1950s and 1960s. Donahue's father, Merle Johnson, was the manager of the motion-picture department of General Motors, while his mother, Edith Johnson, was a retired stage actress. Despite his parents' wishes for a more stable career, Donahue pursued acting and had a passion for Broadway and theater. He starred in numerous movies and TV shows throughout his career, becoming a well-known personality in the entertainment industry. Troy Donahue passed away on September 2, 2001.
On November 23, 2024, Troy Donahue had 5,396 Wikipedia visits, making him the #830 most popular actor online.
