Jackie ‘Butch’ Jenkins was an American actor who is best known for National Velvet, Boys’ Ranch, and Summer Holiday. He was born on August 29, 1937, in Los Angeles, California, and passed away on August 14, 2001, in Asheville, North Carolina.
Personal and Family Life
Jackie Jenkins was married to Glenda Larue Birmingham from March 3, 1967, until his death. He was known for his distinctive appearance, featuring large freckles, sleepy eyes, and buckteeth. Jackie lived a relatively private life outside of his acting career.
Death and Legacy
Jackie Jenkins died peacefully in his sleep on August 14, 2001. His contributions to film, especially as a child actor, left a lasting impression in Hollywood. He is remembered fondly by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Human Comedy | 1943-03-02 | Ulysses Macauley |
| The Bride Goes Wild | 1948-03-03 | Danny |
| Our Vines Have Tender Grapes | 1945-09-06 | Arnold Hanson |
| My Brother Talks to Horses | 1947-02-04 | Lewie Penrose |
| Little Mister Jim | 1947-04-01 | Little Jim Tukker |
| Boys’ Ranch | 1946-07-18 | Butch |
| Big City | 1948-03-25 | Louis Keller |
| Summer Holiday | 1948-04-15 | Tommy Miller |
| National Velvet | 1945-01-26 | Donald Brown |
| My Old Town | 1948-02-07 | Boy Watching Gopher (uncredited) |
| Twenty Years After | 1944-01-01 | (archive footage) |
| Reward Unlimited | 1944-05-25 | |
| Bud Abbott and Lou Costello in Hollywood | 1945-10-05 | Himself (uncredited) |