Edd Byrnes Biography
(Actor)
Birthday: July 30, 1933 (Leo)
Born In: New York City, New York
Edd Byrnes was an American actor, best known for his recurring role of ‘Kookie’ in the TV series `77 Sunset Strip.’ He had a tough childhood, as he lost his father to drug abuse. He resembled actor Tab Hunter, who unknowingly led Edd to fame when he refused a role in the movie ‘Darby’s Rangers.’ The role went to Edd Byrnes instead. He signed a long-term contract with ‘Warner Brothers’ but had to terminate the same later, as he found himself being stereotyped for his role ‘Kookie.’ He stepped out and started taking up diverse roles in various war, detective, and western movies, where his acting skills were appreciated. He also acted in TV serials and made guest appearances in the latter part of his career. He was ranked at number five on the ‘TV Guide’ list of ‘TV’s 25 Greatest Teen Idols’ and won the ‘Best Male TV Star’ award at the 1963 ‘Bravo Otto Awards.’ He married Asa Maynor, but this marriage ended in divorce due to his heavy drinking habits and drug abuse. Later, he managed to overcome his drug addiction and wrote his autobiography, ‘Kookie No More.’