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Alan Ladd - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 03, 1913 |
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| Died | January 29, 1964 (age 50) |
| Birthplace | Hot Springs, Arkansas, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Alan Ladd's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring in the film 'Shane' (1953) and as a leading man in numerous film noirs and Westerns. |
Intro
Alan Ladd was an American actor, best known for his roles in classic Hollywood films of the 1940s and 1950s, particularly in film noir and Westerns.
Early Life & Background
Alan Ladd was born in Hot Springs, Arkansas, and moved with his mother to California as a child after his father's death. He experienced poverty and hardship during his childhood, which led to him working various jobs before entering the entertainment industry.
Career Highlights
- Starred as the title character in 'Shane' (1953), considered one of the greatest Westerns
- Appeared in significant films such as 'This Gun for Hire' (1942), 'The Glass Key' (1942), and 'The Blue Dahlia' (1946)
- Became a popular film noir and Western actor in the 1940s and 1950s
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Trivia
- Known for his short stature (5 ft 6 in), which sometimes required special accommodations in filming
- Was posthumously inducted into the Western Performers Hall of Fame at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum in 1995
FAQs
People also ask
When was Alan Ladd born?
Alan Ladd was born the 3 September 1913.
Where is Alan Ladd from?
Hot Springs, Arkansas, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About September 3rd, 1913, in brief:
- Historical events: Alan Walbridge Ladd was born on September 3, 1913, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. He became a prominent actor in the 1940s and 1950s, known for his roles in films like 'This Gun for Hire' and 'Shane'.
- Day of the week: September 3rd, 1913 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Curse of an Aching Heart by Will Oakland
- Popular movie: Traffic in Souls directed by George Loane Tucker
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