John Ford Noonan was an American actor best known for his roles in Adventures in Babysitting, St. Elsewhere, and American Playhouse. He was born on October 7, 1943, in New York City, New York, and passed away on December 16, 2018, in Englewood, New Jersey.
Personal and Family Life
John Noonan was previously married to Marcia Lunt from 1962 until their divorce in 1968, and they had one child together. He was the brother of fellow actor Tom Noonan. John was also a playwright and a graduate of Carnegie Mellon University’s College of Fine Arts, where he studied drama.
Death and Legacy
John Ford Noonan died from heart failure on December 16, 2018, at the age of 75. He left behind a legacy of memorable performances, often portraying sinister and violent characters. His contributions to both film and theater have made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Flirting with Disaster | 1996-03-22 | Mitch |
| Next Stop, Greenwich Village | 1976-02-04 | Barney |
| God Has a Rap Sheet | 2003-05-07 | God |
| Adventures in Babysitting | 1987-07-01 | John Pruitt |
| Forty Deuce | 1982-10-01 | John Anthony (as John Noonan) |
| Subway Stories | 1997-07-24 | Blanket Man (segment “Fern’s Heart of Darkness”) |
| Septuagenarian Substitute Ball | 1970-06-01 | Ralph |