Jack Haley was an American actor and singer, best known for his role as the Tin Man in the classic film The Wizard of Oz (1939). Born on August 10, 1898, in Harlem, New York, he had a successful career in both film and theater, appearing in numerous musicals and comedies throughout the 1930s and 1940s. In addition to his film work, Haley was a talented vaudeville performer and worked in radio. He collaborated with notable figures in the entertainment industry, including Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire. Jack Haley passed away on June 6, 1979, leaving behind a legacy in American cinema.