Tommy Ryan was an American actor who is best known for Ball of Fire, Orphans of the Street, and Should Husbands Work?. Born on March 18, 1923, in Boston, Massachusetts, he had a notable career in film until his death on March 25, 2003, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Tommy Ryan was born Philip MacMahon. Details about his personal and family life are not extensively documented, but he grew up in Boston, where he likely developed his interest in acting. He maintained a career in Hollywood primarily during the 1930s and 1940s.
Death and Legacy
Tommy Ryan passed away on March 25, 2003, due to complications from diabetes. His contributions to early American cinema are remembered, especially his roles in notable films from his prime. Despite a relatively short film career, he left an impression on audiences with his performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Tenth Avenue Kid | 1938-08-22 | Tommy Turner, the ‘Tenth Avenue Kid’ |
| Prairie Moon | 1938-10-07 | William Brains Barton |
| Mickey the Kid | 1939-07-03 | Mickey Larch / Mickey Adams |
| Should Husbands Work? | 1939-07-26 | Tommy Higgins |
| Ball of Fire | 1941-12-02 | Newsboy |
| My Wife’s Relatives | 1939-05-20 | Tommy Higgins |
| Money To Burn | 1939-12-31 | Tommy Higgins |
| Grandpa Goes To Town | 1940-04-13 | Tommy Higgins |
| Street of Missing Men | 1939-04-24 | Tommy Blake |
| That Brennan Girl | 1946-12-23 | Olivette’s Boyfriend (uncredited) |
| The Magnificent Rogue | 1946-11-07 | Delivery Boy |
| Our Gang Follies of 1938 | 1937-12-18 | Boy in Love Bug Singing Act (as Philip MacMahon) |
| Make a Wish | 1937-09-01 | Chunky |
| Top Banana | 1954-02-22 | Singer (uncredited) |
| The Covered Trailer | 1939-11-10 | Tommy Higgins |
| Earl of Puddlestone | 1940-08-31 | Tommy Higgins |