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Jack Popplewell was born on March 22, 1911 in Leeds, York, United Kingdom.
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Jack Popplewell was born on March 22, 1911 in Leeds, York, United Kingdom.
Jack Popplewell published his first song in 1940, and his first play "Blind Alley" was staged in London in 1953. Popplewell owned Manor Farm, Churwell, Leeds, where he farmed rhubarb. He died on November 16, 1996, in Bath, United Kingdom.
Jack Popplewell is known for his play "Blind Alley" was staged in London in 1953. "Blind Alley" opened to positive reviews, and was later adapted to the cinema in Tread Softly, Stranger, released in 1958, and starring Diana Dors and George Baker.
Popplewell published over 40 songs, recorded by, amongst others, Vera Lynn, Gracie Fields, Bing Crosby, Geraldo, Anne Shelton with Ambrose (bandleader) and his Orchestra, and Beniamino Gigli.
Jack's wife's name was Betty. They had two daughters, Juliet and Vanessa.
