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Carol Bruce - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 15, 1919 |
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| Died | October 09, 2007 (age 87) |
| Birthplace | Great Neck, Long Island, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Carol Bruce's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Lillian Carlson on the sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati' and for her Broadway performances, including in 'Louisiana Purchase.' |
Intro
Carol Bruce was an American actress and singer best known for her work on Broadway and in film and television, notably for her role as Lillian Carlson on the sitcom 'WKRP in Cincinnati.'
Early Life & Background
Carol Bruce was born Carol Stein on November 15, 1919, in Great Neck, Long Island, New York. She began her career as a singer in New York City nightclubs and on radio before transitioning to stage performances.
Career Highlights
- Debuted on Broadway in 'Louisiana Purchase' in 1940.
- Starred in the musical 'Cabin in the Sky.'
- Appeared in Hollywood films such as 'Keep 'Em Flying' (1941) alongside Abbott and Costello.
- Regularly portrayed Lillian Carlson, the station manager, on the TV series 'WKRP in Cincinnati' from 1980 to 1982.
Trivia
- She performed in nightclubs and on the radio before breaking into Broadway.
- Briefly retired in the mid-1940s before making a successful comeback.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Carol Bruce born?
Carol Bruce was born the 15 November 1919.
Where is Carol Bruce from?
Great Neck, Long Island, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About November 15th, 1919, in brief:
- Historical events: On November 15, 1919, the United States Senate invoked cloture to end a filibuster against the Treaty of Versailles. This procedural move allowed the Senate to proceed with the ratification of the treaty, which officially ended World War I.
- Day of the week: November 15th, 1919 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Can't Get Lovin' Where There Ain't No Love by Nora Bayes
- Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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