Obituary of Sunny Jim McKeen

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Sunny Jim McKeen

Lawrence Jim McKeen, aka Sunny Jim McKeen, (born September 1, 1924 in Los Angeles, California) was a TV actor (child actor) who was best known for being featured as Baby Snookums in the 1920s series of shorts, “Newlyweds and Their Baby.”Lawrence died on April 2, 1933 and his death was because of blood poisoning. He died at the very tender age of 8.

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Sunny Jim McKeen Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: McKeen, Lawrence
    • Common Name: Sunny Jim McKeen
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
    • Birth Date: September 01, 1924
    • Age: 8 (at death)
    • Occupation: TV Actor
    • Net Worth: $400 thousand
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Elizabeth Arden White Tea
    • Favorite Actor: Audrey Hepburn

    Lawrence's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Lawrence McKeen
    • Father: Lawrence David McKeen (1874-1945)
    • Mother: Mary M. Parent (1879-1974)
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 02 1933 at age 8
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Sepsis (blood poisoning)
  • Interment: Buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, Los Angeles, California

Category Tags:

TV ActorAmerican Born on September 1st Born in 1924 Born in California Died in 1933 Died at age 8 Died from Sepsis

Lawrence's Notable Roles:

  • Newlyweds and Their Baby

Quotable Quotes:

"He was a philanthropist, a statesman, and a general. He was also a pilot, a sportsman, and a theologian. (V)"

"Lawrence lived a life filled with love, joy, and passion, and even though he may no longer be with us, his impact and legacy continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew him. (V)"

"Lawrence McKeen lived a full and impactful life, leaving behind a legacy that will be remembered for generations to come. (V)"

Is Mr. Lawrence McKeen still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-02 09:41:52
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