Douglas Fowley was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Singin’ in the Rain, The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp, and Battleground.
Personal and Family Life
Born as Daniel Vincent Fowley on May 30, 1911, in the Bronx, New York, Douglas moved to Los Angeles as a young man. He studied at Los Angeles City College and later served in the Navy during World War II. Fowley was married several times and had children, including musician Kim Fowley.
Career Highlights
Fowley had a versatile acting career, portraying various characters from cowboys to gangsters. He appeared alongside notable stars like Clark Gable and Frank Sinatra. His best-known role was in the classic musical Singin’ in the Rain, where he played Roscoe Dexter. He also featured prominently in the western television series The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp, playing Doc Holliday.
Death and Legacy
Douglas Fowley passed away on May 21, 1998, at the age of 86, at the Motion Picture and Television Country House and Hospital in Woodland Hills, California. His contributions to film and television have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his memorable performances over a career spanning several decades.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Singin’ in the Rain | 1952-04-09 | Roscoe Dexter |
| The Thin Man | 1934-05-25 | Taxi Driver (uncredited) |
| Behind Locked Doors | 1948-09-13 | Larson |
| Battleground | 1949-11-09 | ‘Kipp’ Kippton |
| The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp | 1955-09-06 | Doc Holliday |
| The North Avenue Irregulars | 1979-02-09 | Delaney |
| Walking Tall | 1973-02-22 | Judge Clarke |
| Pistols ‘n’ Petticoats | 1966-09-17 | Grandpa Hanks |
| The Rockford Files | 1974-09-13 | Ted |
| Gunsmoke | 1955-09-10 | Buck Doolin |