ReelJewels features actors and actresses from the 1930-1950s. The following actors are featured on this site.
Nelson Eddy
Star of screen, opera stage, nightclubs, television, and radio from the early 20th century to his death in 1967.
Bing Crosby
The most successful and enduring musical screen star in film history who also starred on stage, radio, and television.Bob Hope
Comedian who started in vaudeville, then starred on Broadway and made his way to the ranks of being one of the most identified men in history for his enduring career which dabbled into almost every discipline in the entertainment business; he's also fondly remembered for his efforts with the USO during every war from WWII to the Pursian Gulf War.
Don Ameche
Star of stage, screen, and radio--who was one of the most successful actors of the 40s and whose career thrived again in the 1990s.
Fred Astaire
One of the most influential and beloved dancers on film--his versatility marked him for radio, stage, and screen.
George Murphy
Murphy appeared on screen with everyone from Judy Garland and Shirley Temple to Nancy Carroll to Lucille Ball. He later became a Senator for California.
John Payne
Trained at Julliard and though he wanted to be in musicals, he was often delegated to straight roles--he's best known for Miracle on 34th Street and his appearances in westerns on film and television.
Dick Powell
Star of radio, screen, and a big television producer, Powell was known for his early musical roles and later for being the star of many-a film noir film.
Jack Haley
Best known and loved for his appearance as the Tin Man in The Wizard of Oz, but he was also a pioneer of early film musicals, had a lengthy career on vaudeville, graced the Broadway stage, and had his own radio show.