Jackie Curtis

Movie Actor

Birthday February 19, 1947

Birth Sign Pisces

Birthplace New York

DEATH DATE May 15, 1985 (38)

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About

Cross-dresser who is thought to have inspired the glam rock style. He became famous for acting in the avant-garde films of Andy Warhol. In 1971, he played a character by his same name in the movie Women In Revolt. 

Before Fame

He made his stage-acting debut at age 17 in Miss Nefertiti Regrets. 

Trivia

He had a severe drug addiction and died of a heroin overdose in 1985. He was 38 years old. 

Family Life

His parents were John Holder, Sr., and Jenevive Uglialoro. 

Associated With

He was referenced specifically by musician Lou Reed in the song, "Walk on the Wild Side."