Dickie Moore facts for kids

Dickie Moore can refer to two different famous people. One was a well-known child actor, and the other was a legendary ice hockey player. This article will tell you more about both of them.

Dickie Moore (actor)

Dickie Moore (born Robert Emmett Moore on September 12, 1925) was an American child actor. He started his acting career when he was very young. He became famous for appearing in many movies during the 1930s and 1940s.

Early Life and Career

Dickie Moore began acting at just 11 months old. He quickly became a popular child star. He appeared in over 100 films throughout his career. He worked alongside many big stars of his time.

He was known for his roles in both silent films and early "talkies" (movies with sound). Some of his notable films include Oliver Twist (1933), where he played the main character, and Sergeant York (1941). He often played sweet or mischievous children.

Later Life

As he grew older, Dickie Moore continued to act, but his roles became less frequent. After serving in the United States military, he decided to leave acting behind. He then started a successful career in business. Dickie Moore passed away on September 7, 2015, just before his 90th birthday. He was one of the last surviving actors from the silent film era.

Dickie Moore (ice hockey player)

Dickie Moore (born Richard Winston Moore on January 6, 1931) was a Canadian professional ice hockey player. He was a powerful left winger known for his toughness and scoring ability. He played most of his career with the Montreal Canadiens in the National Hockey League (NHL).

Hockey Career Highlights

Dickie Moore joined the Montreal Canadiens in the early 1950s. He quickly became a key player for the team. He was part of one of the most successful dynasties in NHL history. The Canadiens won six Stanley Cup championships during his time with the team. These wins happened in 1953, and then five years in a row from 1956 to 1960.

Moore was known for playing through injuries. He often scored important goals even when he was hurt. He won the Art Ross Trophy twice. This award goes to the player who leads the league in points (goals plus assists). He won it in the 1957–58 and 1958–59 seasons. In the 1958–59 season, he set a new NHL record for most points in a single season with 96 points. This record was later broken.

Legacy and Retirement

After leaving the Canadiens, Dickie Moore played briefly for the Toronto Maple Leafs and the St. Louis Blues. He retired from professional hockey in 1968. His incredible skill and determination earned him a spot in the Hockey Hall of Fame in 1974. Dickie Moore passed away on December 19, 2015, at the age of 84. He is remembered as one of the toughest and most talented players of his era.