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Carolyn Jones

Carolyn Jones - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 28, 1930
DiedAugust 03, 1983 (age 53)
BirthplaceAmarillo, Texas, USA
Zodiac SignTaurus - (see also Carolyn Jones's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForPortraying Morticia Addams in 'The Addams Family' TV series.

Intro

Carolyn Jones was an American actress best known for her role as Morticia Addams in the television series 'The Addams Family' (1964–1966). She also appeared in films such as 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956) and received an Academy Award nomination for her performance in 'The Bachelor Party' (1957).

Early Life & Background

Carolyn Jones was born in Amarillo, Texas. She developed an interest in acting from a young age and studied drama at the Pasadena Playhouse before beginning her Hollywood career in the early 1950s.

Career Highlights

  • Played Morticia Addams on 'The Addams Family' (1964–1966)
  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 'The Bachelor Party' (1957)
  • Appeared in 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956)
  • Acted in movies such as 'How the West Was Won' (1962) and 'King Creole' (1958)

Trivia

  • Carolyn Jones had severe asthma throughout her life.
  • She was married four times, including to television producer Aaron Spelling.
  • She was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for her role in 'Marjorie Morningstar' (1958).

FAQs

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When was Carolyn Jones born?

Carolyn Jones was born the 28 April 1930.

Where is Carolyn Jones from?

Amarillo, Texas, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About April 28th, 1930, in brief:

  • Day of the week: April 28th, 1930 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: All Quiet on the Western Front directed by Lewis Milestone

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carolyn_Jones
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0428391/