Tom Drake
Actor

Tom Drake Net Worth

Tom Drake was an American actor and soundtrack born in Brooklyn, New York City, New York on August 5, 1918. He was best known for his roles in Meet Me in St. Louis (1944), Words and Music (1948) and Raintree County (1957). He was married to Isabelle Dunn and passed away on August 11, 1982 in Torrance, California.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor, Soundtrack
Birth Day August 05, 1918
Birth Place  Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
Age 102 YEARS OLD
Died On August 11, 1982 (age 64)\nTorrance, California, US
Birth Sign Virgo
Other names Richard Alden
Occupation Actor
Years active 1938–1978
Spouse(s) Isabelle Dunn (1945–1946) (divorced)

💰 Net worth: $950,000 (2024)

Tom Drake, a well-known actor and soundtrack artist in the United States, is projected to have a net worth of approximately $950,000 by 2024. With a successful career in the entertainment industry, Drake has earned recognition for his exceptional acting skills and contributions to various soundtracks. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated versatility and talent, which have undoubtedly contributed to his financial success. As he continues to excel in his craft, it is anticipated that his net worth will further grow, solidifying his place in the world of entertainment.

Biography/Timeline

1940

Tom Drake was married to Isabelle Dunn during the 1940s.

1942

Drake was born in Brooklyn, New York and was excused from serving in World War II due to heart problems. Despite this limitation, he did act in British training films. He got his break after starring in the 1942 Broadway smash Janie, after which he was signed to a contract with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. He began his film career using the name Richard Alden.

1944

After a number of films, Drake co-starred with Judy Garland in Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) as John Truett, the boy next door. He appeared in more than forty films in all, including Mrs. Parkington (1944), The Green Years (1946), Cass Timberlane (1947), as Composer Richard Rodgers in the loosely-based biography Words and Music (1948) and, in a role at the opposite end of the character spectrum from John Truett, as the leader of a gang of Criminals in Warlock (1959). He also had a minor role in the movie The Singing Nun (1966), playing Ed Sullivan's Producer Mr. Fitzpatrick.

1950

From 1950 thereafter, Drake had roles in numerous television series, such as NBC's Cimarron City and Banacek, ABC's 77 Sunset Strip, Land of the Giants and The Streets of San Francisco, CBS's Perry Mason and Lassie.

1982

Drake died of lung cancer on August 11, 1982. He is interred at Holy Cross Cemetery in Culver City, California.

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