Davy Jones
🎭 film actor
Deceased · 2012
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Age at death
lived
Davy Jones stands as a defining figure among British Actors of the Greatest Generation.
British musician (1945–2012)
"Davy Jones' most defining career moment was his role as the charming lead singer of The Monkees." — About Davy Jones
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Born
Career span48 years total
December 30th, 1945
Birthplace
Manchester
Known for
🎭 Actor
Nationality
United Kingdom
Died
Died 2012
Generation
Greatest Generation
Career
48 years
Region
Europe
How Davy Jones compares to other Actors
🎂Davy Jones is 13 years older than the average Actor
| Metric | Davy Jones | Avg Actor | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 66 | 53 | +13 yrs |
| Career length | 48 yrs | ~35 yrs | +13 yrs |
| Based on 4322 Actor profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Davy Jones
Did you know?
Did you know that before finding fame with The Monkees, Davy Jones was nominated for a Tony Award for his acting on Broadway?
5 Lesser-known facts
- He was nominated for a Tony Award in 1963 at age 17 for his role as the Artful Dodger in the Broadway production of 'Oliver!'.
- Before The Monkees, he appeared as Colin Lomax in the British soap opera 'Coronation Street' in 1961.
- Jones was a serious amateur jockey, even riding in his first professional race on his 60th birthday in 2005.
- He was the only British member of The Monkees, bringing a distinct English charm and accent to the group.
- After The Monkees, he had a brief solo career and later owned a successful chain of Davy Jones' Lockers retail stores.
Career highlight
Davy Jones' most defining career moment was his role as the charming lead singer of The Monkees. The band's meteoric rise to fame with their television show and hit songs like "Daydream Believer" and "I'm a Believer" made them global pop sensations.
Legacy
Davy Jones' legacy endures as a beloved pop icon whose youthful energy and distinctive voice helped define the sound and image of the 1960s, continuing to charm new generations.