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Judy Tyler

Judy Tyler

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.

Known for

Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
2007 • Self (archive footage)
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
2007 • Self (archive footage)
Bop Girl Goes Calypso
Bop Girl Goes Calypso
1957 • Jo Thomas
Jailhouse Rock
Jailhouse Rock
1957 • Peggy Van Alden

Full filmography

Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
2007 • Self (archive footage)
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Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
2007 • Self (archive footage)
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Jailhouse Rock
Jailhouse Rock
1957 • Peggy Van Alden
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Judy Tyler – Biography, Known For & Filmography