Allen Curtis Jenkins

Movie Actor

Birthday April 9, 1900

Birth Sign Aries

Birthplace Staten Island, NY

DEATH DATE Jul 20, 1974 (74)

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About

American actor who is best known for his role as Al Murray in the television series Hey, Jeannie! and as the voice of Officer Dibble in the cartoon series Top Cat. He is also known for his appearances in I Love Lucy, The Duke and The Red Skelton Hour.

Before Fame

He entered the theater as a stage mechanic after World War I. He attended the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and appeared in many Broadway plays before making his film debut in 1931.  

Trivia

He became a Warner contract player in the early 1930s. He appeared in over 100 films through the course of his career.

Family Life

His parents were musical comedy performers. He was married to Mary Landee from 1931 to 1962. They had three children. 

Associated With

He starred alongside Lucille BallDesi Arnaz and Vivian Vance in the television series I Love You.