Donna Reed - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 27, 1921 |
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| Died | January 14, 1986 (age 64) |
| Birthplace | Denison, Iowa, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Donna Reed's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'From Here to Eternity' (1953) and starring in the classic family sitcom 'The Donna Reed Show' (1958–1966). She is also remembered for her role as Mary Hatch Bailey in 'It's a Wonderful Life' (1946). |
Intro
Donna Reed was an American actress known for her roles in classic films of the 1940s and 1950s and as the star of the long-running television series 'The Donna Reed Show.' She won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'From Here to Eternity' (1953).
Early Life & Background
Donna Reed was born Donna Belle Mullenger on January 27, 1921, in Denison, Iowa. She grew up on a farm and attended Denison High School, excelling in academics and extracurricular activities. After high school, Reed moved to Los Angeles to attend Los Angeles City College, where her interest in acting developed.
Career Highlights
- Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'From Here to Eternity' (1953)
- Starred as Mary Hatch Bailey in 'It's a Wonderful Life' (1946)
- Title role in 'The Donna Reed Show' (1958–1966), earning a Golden Globe
- Appeared in 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' (1945) and 'The Last Time I Saw Paris' (1954)
Trivia
- Donna Reed was an outspoken advocate for peace during the Vietnam War.
- She founded the Donna Reed Foundation for the Performing Arts in her hometown of Denison, Iowa.
FAQs
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Donna Reed was born the 27 January 1921.
Denison, Iowa, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 27th, 1921, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 27th, 1921 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Beautiful Annabelle Lee by Prince's Orchestra
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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