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Betty Lou Gerson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 20, 1914 |
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| Birthplace | Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Betty Lou Gerson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Voice of Cruella de Vil in Disney's 'One Hundred and One Dalmatians' (1961). |
Intro
Betty Lou Gerson was an American actress best known as the original voice of Cruella de Vil in Disney's animated film 'One Hundred and One Dalmatians' (1961). She had a successful career in radio, television, and film, notably in the Golden Age of Radio.
Early Life & Background
Betty Lou Gerson was born on April 20, 1914, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and raised in Birmingham, Alabama, before moving to Chicago. She began her acting career in radio, making her way to Hollywood after establishing her reputation during the golden era of network radio.
Career Highlights
- Voiced Cruella de Vil in Disney's 'One Hundred and One Dalmatians' (1961)
- Narrated Disney's 'Cinderella' (1950)
- Prominent roles in Golden Age radio dramas including 'The First Nighter Program' and 'Mr. President'
- Appeared in films such as 'Mary Poppins' (1964)
Trivia
- Awarded a Disney Legend honor in 1996 for her voice work.
- Betty Lou Gerson retired from acting in 1966.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Betty Lou Gerson born?
Betty Lou Gerson was born the 20 April 1914.
Where is Betty Lou Gerson from?
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 20th, 1914, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 20, 1914, during the Colorado Coalfield War, the Colorado National Guard and private guards employed by the Colorado Fuel and Iron Company attacked a tent colony of striking miners and their families in Ludlow, Colorado. The assault resulted in the deaths of at least 19 people, including 12 children and 2 women, primarily due to smoke inhalation from the ensuing fire. This incident marked a significant escalation in the labor conflict and led to increased violence throughout Colorado.
- Day of the week: April 20th, 1914 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Ragtime Dream by American Quartet
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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