Acting
Skippy
Skippy was born on January 1, 1931. Skippy died on January 1, 1951 at the age of 20.
- Born
- January 1, 1931
- Died
- January 1, 1951 (20 years old)
Biography
Skippy (also known as Asta, born 1931 or 1932; retired 1941) was a Wire Fox Terrier dog actor who appeared in dozens of movies during the 1930s. Skippy is best known for the role of the pet dog "Asta" in the 1934 detective comedy The Thin Man, starring William Powell and Myrna Loy. Due to the popularity of the role, Skippy is sometimes credited as Asta in public and in other films.
Filmography
Frequently asked questions
When was Skippy born?
Skippy was born on January 1, 1931.
How old is Skippy?
Skippy died on January 1, 1951 at the age of 20.
Updated: October 28, 2026 ·