Judy Tyler

Actor

October 9, 1932 — July 4, 1957 (24 years)
Judy Tyler (born Judith Mae Hess; October 9, 1932 – July 3, 1957) was an American actress and singer. She gained recognition for her role in "Jailhouse Rock" (1957). Tyler made her TV debut in 1947 on The Howdy Doody Show and went on to appear in several film and television productions. Her final acting role aired in 1957 on the television series "Perry Mason". Tragically, later that year, Tyler was killed in a driving accident at the age of 24, cutting short a promising career in entertainment.

Movies & Shows on Plex

  • Television: The First Fifty Years
    Television: The First Fifty Years1999

Known For

  • Jailhouse Rock
    Jailhouse Rock1957
  • Howdy Doody
    Howdy Doody3 seasons

Filmography

1999
Television: The First Fifty Years · as Princess Summerfall WinterspringOn Plex
1957
Jailhouse Rock · as Peggy Van Alden
1957
Perry Mason · as Cherie Chi Chi
1957
Bop Girl Goes Calypso · as Jo Thomas
1954
The Elgin Hour · as Pickpocket
1947
Howdy Doody · as Princess Summerfall Winterspring

2007
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll · as Self (archive Footage)
1954
Caesar's Hour · as Self
1953
Tonight! · as Self
1948