Junior Durkin
1915–1935 (age 20)
Actor
Biography
Junior Durkin burst onto the screen as a boy actor in the early 1930s, charming audiences with his boyish grin and spirited performances that captured the American youth of the Depression era. His talent was evident in both lighthearted comedies and more serious dramas, making him one of Hollywood's promising young personalities.
Durkin died tragically in an automobile accident in 1935 while traveling with friends from the set, and his loss was deeply felt by colleagues who had watched his career blossom. He is laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park, where admirers remember the bright potential and joyful energy he shared with the world.