Judy Tyler

Judy Tyler

1932-10-09 – 1957-07-04 (age 24) Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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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.

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Known For

Jailhouse Rock
Jailhouse Rock

1957

as Peggy Van Alden

Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll
Elvis: The King of Rock 'n' Roll

2007

as Self (archive footage)

Bop Girl Goes Calypso
Bop Girl Goes Calypso

1957

as Jo Thomas

Elvis: #1 Hit Performances
Elvis: #1 Hit Performances

2007

as Self (archive footage)