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Ann Sothern

Ann Sothern - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 22, 1909
DiedMarch 15, 2001 (age 92)
BirthplaceValley City, North Dakota, USA
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Ann Sothern's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRooster
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForStarring in the 'Maisie' film series, 'Private Secretary', and 'The Ann Sothern Show'

Intro

Ann Sothern was an American actress who enjoyed a career spanning over six decades in film, radio, television, and stage. She was best known for her roles in the "Maisie" film series and the television sitcoms "Private Secretary" and "The Ann Sothern Show." Sothern was considered a talented leading lady renowned for her comedic timing and versatility.

Early Life & Background

Born Harriet Arlene Lake in Valley City, North Dakota, Ann Sothern grew up in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Her mother was a concert singer and her father was a mining engineer. Sothern studied piano and voice as a child and later attended the University of Washington before beginning her acting career in Hollywood.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Maisie Ravier in the 'Maisie' film series (1939–1947)
  • Lead role in the TV sitcom 'Private Secretary' (1953–1957)
  • Star and producer of 'The Ann Sothern Show' (1958–1961)
  • Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress for 'The Whales of August' (1987)
  • Appeared in more than 60 films and numerous television productions

Trivia

  • She was awarded two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, one for motion pictures and one for television.
  • Ann Sothern was a talented singer and recorded several albums in addition to her acting career.
  • She was a close friend of Lucille Ball, and guest-starred on 'The Lucy Show.'

FAQs

People also ask

When was Ann Sothern born?

Ann Sothern was born the 22 January 1909.

Where is Ann Sothern from?

Valley City, North Dakota, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About January 22nd, 1909, in brief:

  • Historical events: On January 22, 1909, Vassily Kandinsky founded the Künstlerverein, an artists' association that played a significant role in the development of modern art.
  • Day of the week: January 22nd, 1909 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: The Life of Moses directed by J. Stuart Blackton

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ann_Sothern
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0815952/