| Who is it? | Actor |
| Birth Day | March 30, 1893 |
| Birth Place | London, England, United Kingdom |
| Age | 126 YEARS OLD |
| Died On | 25 July 1960(1960-07-25) (aged 67)\nPalm Beach, Florida, US |
| Birth Sign | Aries |
| Cause of death | Kidney disease |
| Resting place | Myrtle Hill Memorial Park, Tampa, Florida |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1924–52 |
| Spouse(s) | Josephine Hoey (1933–46) (divorced) 1 son |
Dennis Hoey, a renowned actor from the United Kingdom, has amassed an estimated net worth ranging from $100K to $1M in 2024. With his remarkable talent and dedication to his craft, Hoey has established himself as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. Throughout his illustrious career, he has portrayed various memorable characters, leaving a lasting impact on audiences worldwide. Through his exceptional performances, Hoey has not only gained critical acclaim but also financial success, solidifying his status as one of the most respected actors in the United Kingdom.
Hoey's Broadway credits include Hassan (1924), Katja (1926–1927), Green Waters (1936), Virginia (1937), Empress of Destiny (1938), The Circle (1938), Lorelei (1938), The Burning Deck (1940), Heart of a City (1942), The Haven (1946), and Getting Married (1951).
Issue No. 45 of "Films of the Golden Age" magazine features an interview with Hoey's son Michael A. Hoey (1934–2014), who extensively discusses Dennis Hoey's early life, career, marriages and death. In his book, "Elvis, Sherlock and Me: How I Survived Growing Up in Hollywood" (Bear Manor Media-2007) he discusses his father's career and their sometimes turbulent relationship.
Hoey "appeared frequently in London" stage productions, including those of Sydney Carroll's Shakespearean repertory company. He played Mr. Rochester opposite Katharine Hepburn in the American production of Helen Jerome's stage adaptation of Jane Eyre. He also wrote a play called The Haven and toured in it in 1946 with Melville Cooper, Valerie Cossart and Viola Roache.
