Jackie Cooper - Trivia, Family, Bio
Rachel Hill
Updated on March 23, 2026
former child star who played Perry White in the Superman films. His roles in Treasure island, The Bowery, and Skippy brought him additional fame.
Before Fame
He was the first child actor to ever be nominated for an Academy Award.
Trivia
He served in the Navy on the Pacific Front during WWII.
Family Life
His mother was a former child actress and a stage pianist. He was married to his third wife, Barbara Rae Kraus, from 1954 until 2009, and he had four kids from his three marriages.
Associated With
He appeared in Columbo with Peter Falk.
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