He starred in CBS TV`s first daytime soap opera, "The First Hundred Years" (1950).

Interviewed in Tom Weaver`s book "I Talked with a Zombie" (McFarland & Co., 2008)

Gave a 15-year-old Elizabeth Taylor her first screen kiss in Cynthia (1947)

Did not enjoy the Hollywood experience as a juvenile. He appeared on Broadway and films initially to help support an alcoholic father and family of nine children. He had practically no education as a result.

Lydon is a licensed pilot.