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Ellen Drew - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 23, 1915 |
|---|---|
| Birthplace | Kansas City, Missouri, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Ellen Drew's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring in classic Hollywood films such as 'Isle of the Dead' (1945), 'Christmas in July' (1940), and 'The Crooked Way' (1949). |
Intro
Ellen Drew was an American film actress prominent during the late 1930s and 1940s. She appeared in over 50 films, primarily in leading and supporting roles during the Golden Age of Hollywood.
Early Life & Background
Ellen Drew was born Esther Loretta Ray in Kansas City, Missouri. She worked various jobs, including as an ice cream parlor clerk, before being discovered and entering the film industry in Hollywood.
Career Highlights
- Signed by Paramount Pictures in 1938 after being discovered by actor William Demarest.
- Appeared in more than 50 films between the late 1930s and early 1950s.
- Notable films include 'Christmas in July' (1940), 'Isle of the Dead' (1945), and 'The Crooked Way' (1949).
- Worked with acclaimed directors such as Preston Sturges and Jacques Tourneur.
Trivia
- Her birth name was Esther Loretta Ray.
- She beat out over 50 other hopefuls in a local beauty contest, which helped launch her film career.
- She had a brief tenure using the name Terry Ray before changing it to Ellen Drew to avoid confusion with a male actor.
FAQs
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When was Ellen Drew born?
Ellen Drew was born the 23 November 1915.
Where is Ellen Drew from?
Kansas City, Missouri, U.S..
On Her Birth-Day
About November 23rd, 1915, in brief:
- Day of the week: November 23rd, 1915 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Sweet Adair by James F. Harrison & James Reed
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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