Jack Herrick was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “The Tip-Off,” “Gridiron Flash,” and “Abysmal Brute.” He was notable for his background as a professional boxer before transitioning to film.
Personal and Family Life
Jack Herrick was born on February 4, 1891, in Budapest, Hungary. He had a brother named Joseph Herrick. Before becoming an actor, Herrick worked as a professional boxer from 1909 to 1920, which influenced his subsequent film roles.
Boxing Career
During his boxing career, Herrick fought in various locations, including Mexico and Panama City, Panama. He competed against notable boxers, including “Steamboat” Bill Scott in several matches. His boxing experiences also led him to appear in several films centered around boxing themes.
Death and Legacy
Jack Herrick passed away on June 18, 1952, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to film, particularly in boxing-related roles, remain remembered, and he is acknowledged as one of the many boxers who successfully transitioned to acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Tip-Off | 1931-10-16 | Jack |
| Gridiron Flash | 1934-10-06 | Convict Football Player |
| Abysmal Brute | 1923-04-15 | Rough House Ratigan |
| Stolen Harmony | 1935-04-20 | Prisoner (uncredited) |
| The Gold Rush | 1925-07-12 | Man in Dance Hall (uncredited) |
| Walloping Kid | 1926-01-05 | Battling Lewis |
| Gentleman Jim | 1942-11-14 | Bodyguard (uncredited) |
| Old Ironsides | 1926-12-06 | Seaman (uncredited) |
| Stranded | 1935-06-29 | Bridge Worker at Meeting (uncredited) |
| The Arizona Kid | 1930-03-23 | The Hoboken Hooker |
| In Fast Company | 1924-07-15 | The ‘Bolivian Bull’ |
| Dick Turpin | 1925-02-01 | Buck Horse |
| You Only Live Once | 1937-01-23 | Convict Watching Baseball Game (uncredited) |
| Mr. Soft Touch | 1949-07-28 | Indigent Boarder (Uncredited) |
| Snowed Under | 1936-03-29 | Pug Answering Phone in Gym (uncredited) |
| The Big Street | 1942-08-13 | Mindy’s Customer (Uncredited) |
| The Wheel of Destiny | 1927-09-30 | |
| The Happy Warrior | 1925-07-05 | Foxy Pinsent |
| For Heaven’s Sake | 1926-04-05 | Mug in straw hat (uncredited) |
| A Likely Story | 1947-04-18 | Man (uncredited) |
| Is Zat So? | 1927-05-15 | Gas House Duffy |