Frankie Thomas

Frankie Thomas
Thomas in On Dress Parade (1939)
Born
Frank Marion Thomas Jr.

(1921-04-09)April 9, 1921
New York City, U.S.
DiedMay 11, 2006(2006-05-11) (aged 85)
Other namesFrankie Thomas Jr.
Frank M. Thomas Jr.
Occupations
  • Actor
  • author
  • bridge-strategy expert
Years active1932–1955
Spouse
Virginia Thomas
(died 1997)

Frank Marion Thomas Jr. (April 9, 1921 – May 11, 2006), was an American actor, author and bridge-strategy expert who played both lead and supporting roles on Broadway, in films, in post-World War II radio, and in early television. He was best known for his starring role in Tom Corbett, Space Cadet.[1][2]

  1. ^ Obituary Los Angeles Times, May 17, 2010.
  2. ^ Obituary The New York Times, May 18, 2010.