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Dana Andrews - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 01, 1909 |
|---|---|
| Died | December 17, 1992 (age 83) |
| Birthplace | Collins, Mississippi, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Dana Andrews's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in film noir and classic Hollywood films, especially 'Laura' (1944) and 'The Best Years of Our Lives' (1946). |
Intro
Dana Andrews was an American film actor, best known for his roles during the 1940s and 1950s, including performances in classic films such as 'Laura' and 'The Best Years of Our Lives.'
Early Life & Background
Born Carver Dana Andrews in rural Mississippi, he was the third of thirteen children. Andrews studied business at Sam Houston State University and later moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting. He worked various jobs while studying opera and acting before breaking into Hollywood.
Career Highlights
- Starred as detective Mark McPherson in 'Laura' (1944)
- Played Fred Derry in the acclaimed post-WWII drama 'The Best Years of Our Lives' (1946)
- Noted for performances in film noir classics such as 'Fallen Angel' (1945) and 'Where the Sidewalk Ends' (1950)
- Served as President of the Screen Actors Guild from 1963 to 1965
Trivia
- Dana Andrews struggled with alcoholism but later became an advocate for overcoming addiction.
- He was a licensed pilot and served as an air combat instructor during World War II.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Dana Andrews born?
Dana Andrews was born the 1 January 1909.
Where is Dana Andrews from?
Collins, Mississippi, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 1st, 1909, in brief:
- Historical events: Robert Fowler sets a world record marathon time of 2 hours, 52 minutes, and 45.4 seconds, highlighting the evolving standards of long-distance running in the early 20th century.
- Day of the week: January 1st, 1909 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Excelsior directed by Wu Min-Hsiung
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