Denny Doherty was a Canadian-born American singer and actor, best known for being a member of the famous group The Mamas and The Papas, as well as for his roles in various television shows and films. He was born on November 29, 1940, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and passed away on January 19, 2007.
Personal and Family Life
Denny Doherty began his music career in Halifax and formed his first band, The Hepsters, before moving on to create The Colonials and later The Halifax Three. He was married twice; first to Linda Woodward, with whom he had a daughter named Jessica, and later to Jeannette, with whom he had two children, Emberly and John. Jeannette passed away in 1998 after twenty years of marriage.
Career Highlights
Doherty gained fame as part of The Mamas and The Papas, a group that produced iconic songs like “California Dreamin'” and “Monday Monday.” He also had success in individual projects, including two solo albums and appearances in Broadway productions like “Man on the Moon.” Throughout his career, he participated in numerous reunions and performances, showcasing his enduring influence in the music world.
Death and Legacy
Denny Doherty died on January 19, 2007, due to kidney disease. His contributions to music and entertainment were recognized when he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998 with The Mamas and The Papas. His life and work continue to inspire new generations of musicians and fans.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Oh, What a Night | 1992-10-09 | Harold |
| Monterey Pop | 1968-12-26 | Self – Mamas and the Papas |
| The Real Howard Spitz | 1998-08-28 | Balthazar Mishkin |
| Elvis Meets Nixon | 1997-08-12 | Vernon |
| The Lovin’ Spoonful: Do You Believe in Magic | 2007-01-01 | |
| California Dreamin’: The Songs of The Mamas & The Papas | 2005-03-28 | Himself (Archival Footage) |
| Youth ’68 | 1968-04-19 | Self |
| Pit Pony | 1997-12-14 | Charley McGinnis |
| Theodore Tugboat | 1993-07-05 | Harbour Master (voice) |
| E! True Hollywood Story | 1996-08-21 | |
| Pit Pony | 1999-02-05 | Charley McGinnis |
| Laurel Canyon | 2020-05-31 | Self (archive footage) |
| Behind the Music | 1997-08-17 | Self |
| The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | 1962-10-01 | Self |