Johnny Aladdin was an American actor who is best known for Run for Your Life, The Jean Arthur Show, and Dragnet 1967.
Personal and Family Life
Johnny Aladdin, born John B. Alagna on November 26, 1914, in Monessen, Pennsylvania, was a musician and actor. He began playing the piano at the age of five and later became a band leader and arranger. Aladdin served as a Master Sergeant during World War II, where he created a six-piece band.
Career
After the war, he led the 17-piece ‘Johnny Aladdin’s Society Band’ and performed at various upscale venues on the East Coast. He also studied music under concert pianist Leo Ornstein in Philadelphia and earned a degree in music education.
Death and Legacy
Johnny Aladdin passed away on January 14, 1987, in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. His contributions to music and television leave a lasting impact, remembering him as a talented performer and band leader.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans After Dark | 1958-06-15 | Fighter |
| Run for Your Life | 1965 | |
| The Jean Arthur Show | 1966 | |
| Dragnet 1967 | 1967 |