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John Robert Roy Drainie (April 1, 1916 – October 30, 1966) was a Canadian actor and television presenter, who was called "the greatest radio actor in the world" by Orson Welles. [1] Drainie was most famous in Canada for two long-running roles: the lead role of Jake in the radio adaptation of W. O. Mitchell 's Jake and the Kid , and a popular ...
John Drainie was born on 1 April 1916 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He was an actor and writer, known for Folio (1955), Startime (1959) and Bush Pilot (1947). He died on 30 October 1966 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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- Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Toronto, Ontario, Canada
John Drainie was a renowned Canadian actor and broadcaster, recognized for his exceptional contributions to both radio and television. He gained prominence for his captivating performances in various radio dramas and programs, showcasing his versatility and talent in storytelling.
John Drainie, was called the “greatest radio actor in the world” by Orson Welles. He began his career in radio with CJOR, CKNW and CBU in Vancouver and was a major player in CBC’s Golden Age of Radio.
John Drainie was born on April 1, 1916 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He was an actor and writer, known for Folio (1955), Startime (1959) and Bush Pilot (1947). He died on October 30, 1966 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- April 1, 1916
- October 30, 1966
Pioneer. Drainie, John Robert Roy (1916-1966) John Drainie taught himself acting. Orson Welles called him the greatest radio actor in the world. John was born in Vancouver. When he was a boy, he was hit by a car and walked with a lifelong limp which made him feel awkward on television.
When John Drainie died, in 1966, he was only fifty. But in a sadly short career, he achieved much, being widely recognized as the greatest radio actor in the English-speaking world. His...
