Jack O'Halloran
Actor

Jack O'Halloran Net Worth

Jack O'Halloran was a professional boxer who achieved World ranking and was the California Heavyweight Champion in 1972 and 1973. He was undefeated in his first 16 professional matches and went on to defeat former title contenders. He was on the verge of a bout with Muhammad Ali when he was knocked out by Jimmy Summerville in 1973. He retired in 1974 due to a tumor of the pituitary gland, with a record of 34-21-2 with 17 knockout victories. Following his retirement, he launched a successful career as a character actor in films such as Farewell, My Lovely, King Kong, Superman, and more. He was inducted into the California Boxing Hall of Fame and the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame, and is also a published author.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor, Producer
Birth Day April 08, 1943
Birth Place  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Age 80 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign Taurus
Occupation Boxer, actor, fitter
Years active 1975-present

💰 Net worth: $8 Million (2024)

Jack O'Halloran, a renowned actor and producer based in the United States, is estimated to have a net worth of $8 million by 2024. With a successful career spanning several decades, O'Halloran has established himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Known for his remarkable acting skills and captivating performances, he has contributed to numerous films and television shows. O'Halloran's talent and dedication have propelled him to achieve financial success, making him a notable figure among his peers in the industry.

Biography/Timeline

1966

During his boxing career, O'Halloran defeated former title contenders Cleveland Williams and Manuel Ramos. He also defeated Danny McAlinden, who won a bronze medal in boxing at the 1966 British Empire and Commonwealth Games in Kingston, Jamaica and later became the British and Commonwealth Heavyweight Champion. O'Halloran's losses included defeats to Joe Bugner, Ron Lyle, and Future heavyweight champions George Foreman and Ken Norton.

1973

In 1973, O'Halloran was close to attaining a match against Muhammad Ali when he was knocked out by Jimmy Summerville. This ended his chances to fight Ali. Although O'Halloran went on to defeat Summerville by K.O. in a rematch, with only three more wins and five losses he was never again a serious heavyweight contender.

1974

Retiring from boxing in 1974 with a record of 34-21-2 (17 knockout victories), O'Halloran turned to a career as an actor. He first won the role of ex-convict Moose Malloy in the 1975 film Farewell, My Lovely, featuring Robert Mitchum as private eye Philip Marlowe.

1976

O'Halloran has also played supporting roles in King Kong (1976), March or Die (1977), The Baltimore Bullet (1980), Dragnet (1987), Hero and the Terror (1988), Mob Boss (1990), and The Flintstones (1994).

1978

This led to other tough "henchmen" style roles which culminated in the role he is best known for, Non, the menacing-but-mute member of the trio of Kryptonian supervillains banished to the Phantom Zone by Jor-El (Marlon Brando) in Superman (1978) and inadvertently released by Superman in Superman II (1980).

2006

In an interview with Starlog Magazine in 2006, O'Halloran stated that he and Christopher Reeve did not get along during the making of Superman II. On one occasion, he had Reeve against a wall, but Richard Donner intervened and dissuaded him from hitting Reeve. (He also later discussed this incident on the How Did This Get Made? podcast's Episode 24.1.) Despite the clash between them, O'Halloran stated that his heart went out to Reeve after his 1995 accident, and commended him for helping others with spinal cord injuries.

2008

In 2008, O'Halloran announced plans to partner with veteran Hollywood executive Jay Samit to create Long Beach Studios, a chain of film studio facilities throughout the United States.

2009

The California Boxing Hall of Fame has listed O'Halloran as one of its inductees of the 2009 HOF class.

2010

In 2010, O'Halloran released Family Legacy. The book also outlines O'Halloran's relationship with his claimed father, a former boss of the Gambino crime family, Albert Anastasia.

2019

O'Halloran was born in Philadelphia, and was raised by his mother, Mary, and stepfather, Peter Paul Patrick O’Halloran. He lived in Runnemede, New Jersey. Fighting as "Irish" Jack O'Halloran from Boston, he was a heavyweight boxing contender active from 1966 to 1974. The 6-foot, 6-inch O'Halloran was undefeated throughout his first 16 professional fights.

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About the author

Lisa Scholfield

As a Senior Writer at Famous Net Worth, I spearhead an exceptional team dedicated to uncovering and sharing the stories of pioneering individuals. My passion for unearthing untold narratives drives me to delve deep into the essence of each subject, bringing forth a unique blend of factual accuracy and narrative allure. In orchestrating the editorial workflow, I am deeply involved in every step—from initial research to the final touches of publishing, ensuring each biography not only informs but also engages and inspires our readership.