Dina Merrill - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 09, 1925 |
|---|---|
| Age | 100 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Dina Merrill's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | She was known for her film and television roles in the 1950s-1970s, as well as for her philanthropy and familial connection to the Post Cereal fortune. |
Intro
Dina Merrill was an American heiress, socialite, actress, and philanthropist known for her roles in film, television, and on Broadway, as well as her association with the wealthy Post and Hutton families.
Early Life & Background
Dina Merrill was born Nedenia Marjorie Hutton in New York City to Marjorie Merriweather Post, the Post Cereals heiress, and Edward Francis Hutton, financier and founder of E.F. Hutton & Co. She was raised among America's wealthy elite and educated at elite schools, including Miss Porter's School and George Washington University.
Career Highlights
- Made her Broadway debut in 1945.
- Appeared in more than 20 feature films, including 'Desk Set' (1957), 'Operation Petticoat' (1959), 'BUtterfield 8' (1960), and 'The Courtship of Eddie's Father' (1963).
- Featured in dozens of television programs, such as 'Batman,' 'The Love Boat,' and 'Bonanza.'
- Produced various Broadway and Off-Broadway productions.
- Actively participated in charitable organizations, serving on the board of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and other institutions.
Trivia
- She was the only child of Marjorie Merriweather Post, one of the wealthiest women in the United States.
- She was an heiress to both the Post Cereal fortune and EF Hutton financial legacy.
- Changed her professional name from Nedenia Hutton to Dina Merrill on the advice of a theatrical agent.
- She appeared as a panelist on game shows like 'To Tell the Truth' and 'What's My Line?'.
- Dina Merrill was sometimes described as 'Hollywood's new Grace Kelly' during the late 1950s.
FAQs
People also ask
Dina Merrill is 100 years old.
Dina Merrill was born the 9 December 1925.
New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 9th, 1925, in brief:
- Historical events: Roy Rubin, an American basketball player and coach, was born on December 9, 1925. He is known for his contributions to the sport during the 20th century.
- Day of the week: December 9th, 1925 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Remember by Isham Jones & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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