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Bebe Daniels - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 14, 1901 |
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| Died | March 16, 1971 (age 70) |
| Birthplace | Dallas, Texas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Bebe Daniels's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Silent and early sound film roles such as 'Rio Rita,' '42nd Street,' 'The King of Jazz,' and as a star in radio and television in the United Kingdom. |
Intro
Bebe Daniels was an American actress, singer, dancer, writer, and producer who began her prolific career in silent films before transitioning successfully into talkies, radio, and television. She was one of early Hollywood's first great child stars, and later became a popular entertainer in the UK.
Early Life & Background
Born Phyllis Virginia Daniels in Dallas, Texas, Bebe began acting at the age of four. She appeared in early films as a child and worked for the likes of Hal Roach and Cecil B. DeMille, establishing herself as a talented child star.
Career Highlights
- Transitioned from child star to major leading lady in Hollywood, appearing in over 230 films.
- Starred in notable silent films such as 'Male and Female' (1919) and 'The Affairs of Anatol' (1921) with Cecil B. DeMille.
- Achieved stardom in early musicals like 'Rio Rita' (1929) and '42nd Street' (1933).
- Moved to the UK in the 1930s, where she and her husband Ben Lyon became major radio and TV personalities.
- Awarded the OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2005 (posthumously recognized for her contributions to entertainment in the UK).
Trivia
- Started acting at age 4 and claimed to have performed in over 250 films.
- Survived a highly publicized stalker case in the early 1930s.
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- During World War II, she remained in London during the Blitz, continuing her radio broadcasts.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Bebe Daniels born?
Bebe Daniels was born the 14 January 1901.
Where is Bebe Daniels from?
Dallas, Texas, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 14th, 1901, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 14th, 1901 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Buffalo Bill's Wild West Parade directed by
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