About Jack Donovan
Lived 1894 – 1981 (aged 86). Jack Donovan was an American film actor.
Jack Donovan (1894–1981) was an American film actor. He was active in feature films and serials during the silent and early sound eras, playing a mixture of lead and supporting roles.
Selected filmography Milestones (1920) The Midlanders (1920) Hurricane's Gal (1922) The Spitfire (1924) Hoof Marks (1927) The Bullet Mark (1928) Captain Careless (1928) Twisted Rails (1934) Outlaw's Highway (1934) The Adventures of Frank Merriwell (1936, serial)
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Who was Jack Donovan?
American film actor (1894–1981)
When was Jack Donovan born?
Jack Donovan was born on 4 February 1894 in Chicago.
When did Jack Donovan die?
Jack Donovan died on 15 January 1981 in Santa Barbara, California, United States.
What was Jack Donovan's occupation?
Jack Donovan was a film actor.
What nationality was Jack Donovan?
Jack Donovan was American.
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· DBpedia: Jack Donovan (actor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Jack Donovan. https://biography.guide/jack-donovan/
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