Judy Tyler

Biography

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

The Ed Sullivan Show

Jailhouse Rock

Howdy Doody

Elvis: #1 Hit Performances

Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll

Bop Girl Goes Calypso

All Movies (5)

• Elvis: #1 Hit Performances2007 · as Self (archive footage)
• Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll2007 · as Self (archive footage)
• It's Howdy Doody Time: A 40-Year Celebration1987 · as Princess Summerfallwinterspring (archive footage)
• Bop Girl Goes Calypso1957 · as Jo Thomas
• Jailhouse Rock1957 · as Peggy Van Alden

All TV Shows (2)

• The Ed Sullivan Show1948 · as Self
• Howdy Doody1947 · as Princess Summerfall Winterspring