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Dorothy Malone - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 30, 1925 |
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| Age | 101 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Dorothy Malone's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning performance in 'Written on the Wind' and her role as Constance Mackenzie in the TV series 'Peyton Place.' |
Intro
Dorothy Malone was an American actress best known for her performances in film and television from the 1940s through the 1960s. She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Written on the Wind' and starred in the popular TV series 'Peyton Place.'
Early Life & Background
Dorothy Malone was born Mary Dorothy Maloney in Chicago, Illinois, and raised in Dallas, Texas. She attended Ursuline Academy of Dallas and later Southern Methodist University, where she was discovered by a talent scout from RKO.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Written on the Wind' (1956)
- Appeared in notable films including 'The Big Sleep' (1946), 'Artists and Models' (1955), and 'Man of a Thousand Faces' (1957)
- Starred as Constance Mackenzie in the TV series 'Peyton Place' (1964–1968)
- Appeared in the disaster film 'The Last Voyage' (1960)
Trivia
- Changed her hair color from brunette to blonde, which reportedly helped boost her Hollywood career.
- Was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960.
- After retiring, she lived in Dallas, Texas until her death in 2018.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Dorothy Malone?
Dorothy Malone is 101 years old.
When was Dorothy Malone born?
Dorothy Malone was born the 30 January 1925.
Where is Dorothy Malone from?
Chicago, Illinois, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 30th, 1925, in brief:
- Historical events: The Khost Rebellion, an uprising against King Amanullah Khan's modernization reforms, concluded on January 30, 1925, with the imprisonment and execution of 40 rebel leaders.
- Day of the week: January 30th, 1925 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tea for Two by Ben Bernie & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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