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Arlene Dahl

Arlene Dahl - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornAugust 11, 1928
DiedNovember 29, 2021 (age 93)
BirthplaceMinneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Zodiac SignLeo - (see also Arlene Dahl's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacDragon
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForFilm roles in the 1940s–50s, especially with MGM; her beauty column, and as founder of Arlene Dahl Enterprises, a cosmetics and lingerie company.

Intro

Arlene Dahl was an American actress best known for her performances in MGM films of the 1940s and 1950s. She was also a successful businesswoman, columnist, and beauty consultant.

Early Life & Background

Arlene Carol Dahl was born on August 11, 1928, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to Idelle (née Hackensack) and Rudolph S. Dahl. She was of Norwegian descent and became interested in acting during her childhood, performing in local theater productions before moving to New York City to pursue a stage career.

Career Highlights

  • Signed by MGM in the late 1940s, appearing in films such as 'My Wild Irish Rose' (1947), 'Reign of Terror' (1949), and 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' (1959).
  • Transitioned to television, making guest appearances on various series in the 1960s and 1970s.
  • Founded Arlene Dahl Enterprises in the 1950s, marketing cosmetics and lingerie.
  • Authored beauty and astrology columns for newspapers and magazines.

Trivia

  • Mother of actor Lorenzo Lamas.
  • Known for her trademark red hair and classic Hollywood glamour.
  • Was married six times.

FAQs

People also ask

When was Arlene Dahl born?

Arlene Dahl was born the 11 August 1928.

Where is Arlene Dahl from?

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States.

On Her Birth-Day

About August 11th, 1928, in brief:

  • Day of the week: August 11th, 1928 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arlene_Dahl
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0197422/
  3. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Arlene-Dahl