Jimmie Grier was an American actor and songwriter, best known for his work in “Small Town Girl,” “Broadway Melody of 1936,” and “Transatlantic Merry-Go-Round.”
Personal and Family Life
Jimmie Grier was born on March 17, 1902, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. He was educated at Los Angeles Polytechnic and became a musician, leading his own orchestra from 1931 to 1933, performing in various nightclubs and dance halls.
Career
Grier’s career spanned music composition and acting. He served as a Lieutenant JG in the US Coast Guard during World War II, where he led the 11th Naval District Coast Guard Band. In 1937, he joined ASCAP and collaborated with songwriters like Pinky Tomlinson, creating popular songs like “The Object of My Affection” and “Music in the Moonlight.”
Death and Legacy
Jimmie Grier passed away on June 4, 1959, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to music and film have left a lasting impact, particularly in the genres of musical film and songwriting.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small Town Girl | Orchestra Leader (uncredited) | 1936 | 6.6 |
| Broadway Melody of 1936 | Jimmy Grier (uncredited) | 1935 | 6.7 |
| A Night at the Biltmore Bowl | Jimmie Grier | 1935 | 6.6 |
| Transatlantic Merry-Go-Round | Jimmy Grier – Orchestra Leader (as Jimmy Grier and His Orchestra) | 1934 | 6.3 |
| The Cohens and Kellys in Hollywood | Orchestra Leader (uncredited) | 1932 | 6.1 |