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Barry Fitzgerald - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 10, 1888 |
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| Died | January 04, 1961 (age 72) |
| Birthplace | Dublin, Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Barry Fitzgerald's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Known For | Winning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 'Going My Way' (1944) and appearing in numerous classic Hollywood films. |
Intro
Barry Fitzgerald was an acclaimed Irish stage, film, and television actor best known for his roles in classic films of the 1930s and 1940s. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in 'Going My Way' (1944).
Early Life & Background
Barry Fitzgerald was born William Joseph Shields in Dublin, Ireland. He initially worked in civil service before pursuing a career in acting with the Abbey Theatre, Ireland's national theatre, where he gained experience that eventually led to a successful film career.
Career Highlights
- Joining the Abbey Theatre in the early 1920s
- Becoming widely recognized for his role as Father Fitzgibbon in 'Going My Way' (1944), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
- Nominated for both Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor for the same role in 'Going My Way'
- Notable appearances in films such as 'The Quiet Man' (1952), 'How Green Was My Valley' (1941), and 'Bringing Up Baby' (1938)
Trivia
- Barry Fitzgerald is one of the few actors to be nominated for both Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor for the same role in the same year.
- He legally changed his name from William Joseph Shields to Barry Fitzgerald early in his film career.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Barry Fitzgerald born?
Barry Fitzgerald was born the 10 March 1888.
Where is Barry Fitzgerald from?
Dublin, Ireland.
On His Birth-Day
About March 10th, 1888, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 10th, 1888 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: