Jackie Gleason
Birth Place: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Latest News on Jackie Gleason:
GOOD TO THE LAST DROP Will Come to PBIEA Memorial Day Weekend (May 1, 2026)
SMALL BUT AGGRESSIVE Will Come in June at Greenway Court Theatre (Apr 21, 2026)
Ari Lennox to Play Massive 2026 North American Tour (Feb 3, 2026)
GOOD TO THE LAST DROP Will Come to PBIEA Memorial Day Weekend (May 1, 2026)
SMALL BUT AGGRESSIVE Will Come in June at Greenway Court Theatre (Apr 21, 2026)
Ari Lennox to Play Massive 2026 North American Tour (Feb 3, 2026)
STAGE CREDITS
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1949
"Vacation in the Store" Performer, "Fifth Avenue" Ensemble, Customer, Inspector Mahoney, The Fugitive, Patient
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1940
The Cop, Art Lover, Dr. Christian, A Salesman, The Valet, Tybalt, "The Cabby's Serenade" Singer, "The Old Park Bench" Singer, "Toscanini, Stokowski and Me" Assistant
Movies
Orchestra Wives
[ 1942 ] Ben Beck
[ 1942 ] Ben Beck
Tramp, Tramp, Tramp!
[ 1942 ] Hank
[ 1942 ] Hank
The Desert Hawk
[ 1950 ] Aladdin
[ 1950 ] Aladdin
The Hustler
[ 1961 ] Minnesota Fats
[ 1961 ] Minnesota Fats
Gigot
[ 1962 ] Gigot
[ 1962 ] Gigot
Requiem for a Heavyweight
[ 1962 ] Maish Rennick
[ 1962 ] Maish Rennick
Papa's Delicate Condition
[ 1963 ] Jack Griffith
[ 1963 ] Jack Griffith
Soldier in the Rain
[ 1963 ] MSgt. Maxwell Slaughter
[ 1963 ] MSgt. Maxwell Slaughter
Skidoo
[ 1968 ] Tony Banks
[ 1968 ] Tony Banks
How to Commit Marriage
[ 1969 ] Oliver Poe
[ 1969 ] Oliver Poe
Don't Drink the Water
[ 1969 ] Walter Hollander
[ 1969 ] Walter Hollander
How Do I Love Thee?
[ 1970 ] Stanley Waltz
[ 1970 ] Stanley Waltz
Mr. Billion
[ 1977 ] John Cutler
[ 1977 ] John Cutler
Smokey and the Bandit
[ 1977 ] Sheriff Buford T. Justice of Portague County
[ 1977 ] Sheriff Buford T. Justice of Portague County
Smokey and the Bandit II
[ 1980 ] Sheriff Buford T. Justice, Gaylord Justice, Reginald Van Justice
[ 1980 ] Sheriff Buford T. Justice, Gaylord Justice, Reginald Van Justice
The Toy
[ 1982 ] U.S. Bates
[ 1982 ] U.S. Bates
Smokey and the Bandit Part 3
[ 1983 ] Buford T. Justice
[ 1983 ] Buford T. Justice
The Sting II
[ 1983 ] Fargo Gondorff
[ 1983 ] Fargo Gondorff
Nothing in Common
[ 1986 ] Max Bner
[ 1986 ] Max Bner
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1960 - Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical
Jackie Gleason, Take Me Along
Videos
Ida Mae Announces Debut US Headlining Tour & Support Tour with Rodrigo Y Gabriela
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-10-23 09:56:13
VIDEO: Sneak Peek at JIMMY VAN HEUSEN: SWINGIN' WITH FRANK AND BING, Airing on PBS Tonight
by TV News Desk - 2014-08-09 00:30:00
VIDEO: Sneak Peek at JIMMY VAN HEUSEN: SWINGIN' WITH FRANK AND BING, Coming to PBS This August
by TV News Desk - 2014-07-11 22:24:33
TV: Marilyn Maye Pays Tribute to Jerry Herman in THE BEST OF TIMES IS NOW at Feinstein's at Loew's Regency
by Broadway Beat - 2011-11-03 13:29:11
News
GOOD TO THE LAST DROP Will Come to PBIEA Memorial Day Weekend
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
The Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts will present GOOD TO THE LAST DROP, an original ensemble production set inside a coffee and wine bar, at its intimate 40-seat North Palm Beach theater.
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2026
The Palm Beach Institute for the Entertainment Arts will present GOOD TO THE LAST DROP, an original ensemble production set inside a coffee and wine bar, at its intimate 40-seat North Palm Beach theater.
SMALL BUT AGGRESSIVE Will Come in June at Greenway Court Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Greenway Arts Alliance will present SMALL BUT AGGRESSIVE, a multi-character dark comedy written and performed by Denise Moses, exploring grief and loss through humor at Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles.
by Stephi Wild - Apr 21, 2026
Greenway Arts Alliance will present SMALL BUT AGGRESSIVE, a multi-character dark comedy written and performed by Denise Moses, exploring grief and loss through humor at Greenway Court Theatre in Los Angeles.
Ari Lennox to Play Massive 2026 North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026
GRAMMY-nominated R&B performer Ari Lennox is hitting the road in 2026 with a North American tour in support of her third studio album, Vacancy. The 31-city tour kicks off on Sunday, April 12 at WAMU Theater in Seattle.
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 3, 2026
GRAMMY-nominated R&B performer Ari Lennox is hitting the road in 2026 with a North American tour in support of her third studio album, Vacancy. The 31-city tour kicks off on Sunday, April 12 at WAMU Theater in Seattle.
Review: JOHN SCHNEIDER Has Hits And Misses at The Green Room 42
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 7, 2025
There are steps forward and steps backward when trying something new. As he enters the world of cabaret and concert, John Schneider takes those steps.
by Stephen Mosher - Dec 7, 2025
There are steps forward and steps backward when trying something new. As he enters the world of cabaret and concert, John Schneider takes those steps.
Listen: David Byrne Releases New Single 'T Shirt' Amid North American Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has released a new single, 'T Shirt,' co-written by Brian Eno. Check out the track now!
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 19, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has released a new single, 'T Shirt,' co-written by Brian Eno. Check out the track now!
Review: The Friars Put on a Show at Patsy's Italian Restaurant
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 29, 2025
Comedy legend Alan Zwiebel is interviewed by Bill McCuddy, and vocalist Sal Viviano is among the featured entertainers entertainers.
by Stephen Sorokoff - Oct 29, 2025
Comedy legend Alan Zwiebel is interviewed by Bill McCuddy, and vocalist Sal Viviano is among the featured entertainers entertainers.
The (Mostly) Unknown History of the Ed Sullivan Theatre
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 14, 2025
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been taped at the Ed Sullivan Theatre located on Broadway between 53rd and 54th Streets since it began in 2015. Before the Broadway-loving Colbert took over The Late Show, the host was David Letterman, who ruled late night from 1993 onward via his perch at 1697 Broadway.
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Sep 14, 2025
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert has been taped at the Ed Sullivan Theatre located on Broadway between 53rd and 54th Streets since it began in 2015. Before the Broadway-loving Colbert took over The Late Show, the host was David Letterman, who ruled late night from 1993 onward via his perch at 1697 Broadway.
Listen: David Byrne Releases New Track 'The Avant Garde'
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 13, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has released The Avant Garde, the latest offering from his forthcoming album Who Is The Sky? Listen to it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 13, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has released The Avant Garde, the latest offering from his forthcoming album Who Is The Sky? Listen to it now!
Raekwon and Mobb Deep Team Up for Co-Headlining Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2025
Wu-Tang Clan rapper Raekwon and Mobb Deep have announced a special co-headlining tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of two of their influential hip-hop albums.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 12, 2025
Wu-Tang Clan rapper Raekwon and Mobb Deep have announced a special co-headlining tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of two of their influential hip-hop albums.
MAME Actress and Hit Recording Artist Jane Morgan Passes Away at 101
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 7, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of singer and Broadway performer Jane Morgan. She passed away in her sleep on August 4 at her home in Naples, Florida, at the age of 101.
by Josh Sharpe - Aug 7, 2025
BroadwayWorld is saddened to report the death of singer and Broadway performer Jane Morgan. She passed away in her sleep on August 4 at her home in Naples, Florida, at the age of 101.
Listen: David Byrne Unveils New Single 'She Explains Things To Me'
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has unveiled She Explains Things to Me, the latest single from his upcoming album Who Is the Sky? Listen to it here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 16, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has unveiled She Explains Things to Me, the latest single from his upcoming album Who Is the Sky? Listen to it here!
Tony Winner David Byrne Sets New Album and World Tour 'Who Is The Sky?'
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has announced Who Is the Sky?, his first new album since 2018’s acclaimed and award-winning American Utopia album.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 10, 2025
David Byrne, Tony Award-winning creator of Broadway's American Utopia and Here Lies Love, has announced Who Is the Sky?, his first new album since 2018’s acclaimed and award-winning American Utopia album.
Grand Marshals Announced For 19th Annual Dance Parade & Festival, Returning In May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025
Over 10,000 dancers will take to the streets in a dazzling display of artistic expression and cultural celebration at the 19th Annual Dance Parade and Festival.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025
Over 10,000 dancers will take to the streets in a dazzling display of artistic expression and cultural celebration at the 19th Annual Dance Parade and Festival.
Sarah Millican Extends LATE BLOOMER World Tour Across 2025 With 24+ Dates
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2024
Award-winning comedian Sarah Millican has announced an extension of her acclaimed tour, with her hit stand-up show 'Late Bloomer' set to arrive in the USA in 2025.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 4, 2024
Award-winning comedian Sarah Millican has announced an extension of her acclaimed tour, with her hit stand-up show 'Late Bloomer' set to arrive in the USA in 2025.
Review: SHPIDER! at THE BRICK HOUSE THEATRE
by Tracey Paleo - Nov 13, 2024
Before seeing this show, I knew nothing of it besides a quite comedically tantalizing Instagram promo video and a snazzy 60’s referencing sci-fi movie poster. The script and plot however was as elusive as even the idea of a commonly puerile film executive attempting to write an exploitable and profitable, A-list silver screen-play hit written by a bunch of particularly un-talented and servile lackeys. And yet, SHPIDER! is as surprising a runaway hit as (spoiler) the comedy’s fantastical ending!
by Tracey Paleo - Nov 13, 2024
Before seeing this show, I knew nothing of it besides a quite comedically tantalizing Instagram promo video and a snazzy 60’s referencing sci-fi movie poster. The script and plot however was as elusive as even the idea of a commonly puerile film executive attempting to write an exploitable and profitable, A-list silver screen-play hit written by a bunch of particularly un-talented and servile lackeys. And yet, SHPIDER! is as surprising a runaway hit as (spoiler) the comedy’s fantastical ending!
Dancer and Choreographer Diana Baffa-Brill Passes Away at 81
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024
After a long illness, Diana Baffa-Brill, dancer and choreographer, died in Los Angeles on October 13, 2024. Learn more about Baffa-Brill's life and career.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024
After a long illness, Diana Baffa-Brill, dancer and choreographer, died in Los Angeles on October 13, 2024. Learn more about Baffa-Brill's life and career.
Dropkick Murphys Detail St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Tour
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 22, 2024
The full list of shows has been announced for Dropkick Murphys’ St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Tour, which kicks off February 26, 2025 in Huntington, New York and wraps with four Boston, Massachusetts.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 22, 2024
The full list of shows has been announced for Dropkick Murphys’ St. Patrick’s Day 2025 Tour, which kicks off February 26, 2025 in Huntington, New York and wraps with four Boston, Massachusetts.
Thalia, Eden Muñoz, and Yandel Join Billboard Latin Music Week
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2024
Billboard has announced that Latin powerhouses Thalia, Eden Muñoz, and Yandel will join the star-studded lineup for the 2024 Billboard Latin Music Week, which currently features more than 50 artists representing the past, present and future of Latin music.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 11, 2024
Billboard has announced that Latin powerhouses Thalia, Eden Muñoz, and Yandel will join the star-studded lineup for the 2024 Billboard Latin Music Week, which currently features more than 50 artists representing the past, present and future of Latin music.
Broadway Performer June L. Walker Rogers Passes Away at 97
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024
June L. Walker Rogers, Broadway singer, dancer, and comedienne, who appeared on television and authored thirteen published plays and musicals, died on Monday, July 8th, at her home in Westport, CT. She was 97.
by Blair Ingenthron - Aug 3, 2024
June L. Walker Rogers, Broadway singer, dancer, and comedienne, who appeared on television and authored thirteen published plays and musicals, died on Monday, July 8th, at her home in Westport, CT. She was 97.
Ice Spice Unveils New Single, 'Did It First' Feat. Central Cee
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 12, 2024
GRAMMY®-nominated rapper and pop culture sensation Ice Spice teams up with chart-topping UK rapper Central Cee on the explosive new single “Did It First.” The track is from Ice Spice’s debut album, Y2K! — due out July 26. Listen to it now!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 12, 2024
GRAMMY®-nominated rapper and pop culture sensation Ice Spice teams up with chart-topping UK rapper Central Cee on the explosive new single “Did It First.” The track is from Ice Spice’s debut album, Y2K! — due out July 26. Listen to it now!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jackie Gleason been in?
Jackie Gleason has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.
How many West End shows has Jackie Gleason been in?
Jackie Gleason has not appeared in the West End
What awards has Jackie Gleason been nominated for?
Jackie Gleason has been nominated for the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his role in "Take Me Along".
What awards has Jackie Gleason won?
Jackie Gleason has won the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Musical for his performance in "Take Me Along."
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