TV Thompson — Where the Boys Are Character Profile

About TV Thompson

A goofy Michigan State junior initially pursued by Tuggle. He becomes infatuated with nightclub performer Lola Fandango, causing Tuggle's disillusionment, but later returns to Tuggle after learning about Melanie's tragic accident.

Character Facts

Played by

Jim Hutton

Appears in

Where the Boys Are (1960)

Role

Supporting

More characters from Where the Boys Are

• Merritt Andrews (Dolores Hart)
• Ryder Smith (George Hamilton)
• Melanie Tolman (Yvette Mimieux)
• Lola Fandango (Barbara Nichols)
• Tuggle Carpenter (Paula Prentiss)
• Stout Man on Beach (Ted Berger)
• Franklin (Rory Harrity)
• Police Captain (Chill Wills)
• Dill (John Brennan)
• Basil (Frank Gorshin)
• Maitre D' of The Tropical Isle (uncredited) (Vito Scotti)
• Nightclub Patron (uncredited) (Bert Stevens)