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Betty Grable - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 18, 1916 |
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| Died | July 02, 1973 (age 56) |
| Birthplace | St. Louis, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Betty Grable's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Film roles in musicals and comedies during the 1940s; her World War II pin-up poster; box office sensation during the golden age of Hollywood. |
Intro
Betty Grable was an American actress, dancer, and singer, best known as one of the biggest box office draws of the 1940s and for her iconic World War II pin-up photo, which became a morale booster for American soldiers.
Early Life & Background
Betty Grable was born Elizabeth Ruth Grable in St. Louis, Missouri. She was the youngest of three children. Her mother was ambitious for her, enrolling her in dance and music lessons from a young age, hoping she would become a star.
Career Highlights
- Starred in a string of hit musicals for 20th Century Fox, such as 'Down Argentine Way' (1940), 'Mother Wore Tights' (1947), and 'How to Marry a Millionaire' (1953).
- Her 1943 swimsuit pin-up became one of the most popular images of World War II, earning her the title 'the girl with the million-dollar legs.'
- Ranked as the number-one box-office draw in America during 1943 and 1944.
- Awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Trivia
- Her famous legs were insured for $1,000,000 with Lloyd's of London.
- Married bandleader Harry James.
- Her pin-up photo has been recognized as the most requested picture by U.S. soldiers during WWII.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Betty Grable born?
Betty Grable was born the 18 December 1916.
Where is Betty Grable from?
St. Louis, Missouri, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 18th, 1916, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 18, 1916, the Battle of Verdun concluded with French forces achieving a strategic consolidation. They recaptured significant positions, including the forts at Douaumont and Vaux, marking a turning point in the battle.
- Day of the week: December 18th, 1916 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Hark! The Herald Angels Sing by Columbia Mixed Quartet
- Popular movie: Joan the Woman directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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