Dean Jagger - Biography, Age, Birthday, Chinese Zodiac & Facts
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Dean Jagger

Dean Jagger - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornNovember 07, 1903
DiedFebruary 05, 1991 (age 87)
BirthplaceColumbus Grove, Ohio, United States
Zodiac SignScorpio - (see also Dean Jagger's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRabbit
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForAcademy Award-winning role as Major Stovall in 'Twelve O'Clock High' (1949)

Intro

Dean Jagger was an American film, stage, and television actor known for his prolific career in Hollywood, especially from the 1930s through the 1960s. He is perhaps best remembered for his Academy Award-winning role as Major Stovall in 'Twelve O'Clock High' (1949). Jagger appeared in numerous films and television series, establishing himself as a respected character actor.

Early Life & Background

Dean Jagger was born in Columbus Grove, Ohio, and raised on a farm. Before becoming an actor, he worked as a teacher and attended Wabash College for a short period before pursuing acting.

Career Highlights

  • Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Twelve O'Clock High' (1949)
  • Starred in films such as 'White Christmas' (1954), 'Brigham Young' (1940), and 'The Nun's Story' (1959)
  • Appeared in the TV series 'Mr. Novak' as Principal Albert Vane
  • Had a career spanning over five decades in film, television, and stage

Trivia

  • Was sometimes confused with another actor named Dean Jaggar, despite different spellings.
  • Became a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after portraying Brigham Young in the film 'Brigham Young' (1940).

FAQs

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When was Dean Jagger born?

Dean Jagger was born the 7 November 1903.

Where is Dean Jagger from?

Columbus Grove, Ohio, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About November 7th, 1903, in brief:

  • Day of the week: November 7th, 1903 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: To My First Love by Henry Burr
  • Popular movie: Reliance: Shamrock III directed by

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dean_Jagger
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Dean-Jagger
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0415683/