Bobby Breen was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Hawaii Calls, Rainbow on the River, and Make a Wish. Born on November 4, 1925, in Montreal, Québec, Canada, he became a notable figure in the film industry during his youth. He passed away on September 19, 2016, in Pompano Beach, Florida, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Bobby Breen was born as Isadore Borsuk and had two marriages during his lifetime. He was first married to Jocelyn Lesh from November 9, 1952, until their divorce in February 1961, with whom he had one child. His second marriage was to Audrey Howard in 1962, and they remained together until her death in 2016, also having one child together.
Death and Legacy
Bobby Breen passed away on September 19, 2016, in Pompano Beach, Florida, though the exact cause of his death was not disclosed. He is remembered for his unique bell-like singing voice and contributions to family films during the 1930s. His performances left a lasting impression on audiences and helped shape the musical film genre of that era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Breaking the Ice | 1938-09-22 | Tommy Martin |
| Way Down South | 1939-07-21 | Timothy Reed Jr. |
| Let’s Sing Again | 1936-05-07 | Billy Gordon |
| Fisherman’s Wharf | 1939-02-03 | Toma Roma |
| Make a Wish | 1937-09-01 | Chip Winters |
| Hawaii Calls | 1938-03-12 | Billy Coulter |
| Escape to Paradise | 1939-12-22 | Roberto Ramos |
| Rainbow on the River | 1936-12-18 | Philip Ainsworth |
| Johnny Doughboy | 1942-12-31 | Bobby Breen |
| The Merv Griffin Show | 1962-10-01 | Self |