Arlene Francis - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 20, 1907 |
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| Died | May 31, 2001 (age 93) |
| Birthplace | Boston, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Arlene Francis's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Longtime panelist on the TV game show 'What's My Line?' |
Intro
Arlene Francis was an American actress, radio talk show host, and television personality best known for her long-running tenure as a panelist on the television game show 'What's My Line?'. She appeared in numerous theatrical plays, films, and was a prominent broadcaster on both radio and television throughout the mid-20th century.
Early Life & Background
Arlene Francis was born on October 20, 1907, in Boston, Massachusetts, to Russian immigrant parents. She attended the Finch School in New York City and studied acting, launching her career in theatre before moving into radio and television.
Career Highlights
- Panelist on 'What's My Line?' for over 25 years (1950–1975)
- Host of radio show 'What's My Name?'
- Starred in Broadway productions such as 'All That Glitters' and 'The Little Blue Light'
- Appeared in films including 'All My Sons' (1948) and 'One, Two, Three' (1961)
- Host of 'The Arlene Francis Show' on radio and television
Trivia
- Arlene Francis was the first female game show host in television history, hosting the original version of 'Blind Date' in 1949.
- She was married to actor and producer Martin Gabel.
- Francis was known for her wit and charm, becoming a beloved figure in early television.
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On Her Birth-Day
About October 20th, 1907, in brief:
- Historical events: Arlene Francis, an American actress and television personality, was born on October 20, 1907, in Boston, Massachusetts. She is best known for her long-running role as a panelist on the television game show 'What's My Line?'.
- Day of the week: October 20th, 1907 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Take Me Back to New York Town by Harry Tally
- Popular movie: Tom Sawyer directed by Unknown
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