Dorothy Lamour - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 10, 1914 |
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| Died | September 22, 1996 (age 81) |
| Birthplace | New Orleans, Louisiana, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Dorothy Lamour's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | The "Road to..." movies with Bing Crosby and Bob Hope; her roles as a singer and actress during the 1930s and 1940s. |
Intro
Dorothy Lamour was an American actress and singer best known for her performances in the "Road to..." film series, in which she starred alongside Bing Crosby and Bob Hope. She was one of the most popular actresses of the 1930s and 1940s, often remembered for her iconic sarong-clad roles and her work as a singer during Hollywood's Golden Age.
Early Life & Background
Lamour was born Mary Leta Dorothy Slaton in New Orleans. She was of French Louisianian, Spanish, and Irish descent. Her parents separated when she was young, and she moved with her mother, eventually settling in Chicago. Lamour initially began her career as a singer before transitioning into acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred in the 'Road to...' series, including 'Road to Singapore' (1940), 'Road to Zanzibar' (1941), and 'Road to Morocco' (1942)
- Appeared in numerous other films such as 'The Hurricane' (1937), 'Swing High, Swing Low' (1937), and 'Johnny Apollo' (1940)
- Successful recording artist and popular singer in the 1930s and 1940s
- Performed extensively for U.S. troops during World War II
Trivia
- Lamour was nicknamed 'The Sarong Girl' due to her frequent appearance in sarongs in her films.
- She was a recipient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- She hosted her own radio show, 'The Dorothy Lamour Show' in the 1940s.
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Dorothy Lamour was born the 10 December 1914.
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 10th, 1914, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 10th, 1914 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Lullaby from Jocelyn (Angels Guard Thee) by John McCormack
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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