Farley Granger - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 01, 1925 |
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| Died | March 27, 2011 (age 85) |
| Birthplace | San Jose, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Farley Granger's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring in Alfred Hitchcock films including 'Rope' and 'Strangers on a Train'. |
Intro
Farley Granger was an American actor best known for his roles in classic Alfred Hitchcock films such as 'Rope' (1948) and 'Strangers on a Train' (1951). Renowned for his good looks and emotional performances, Granger was a significant figure in Hollywood during the late 1940s and 1950s.
Early Life & Background
Farley Granger was born into a wealthy family in San Jose, California. The family's fortunes declined during the Great Depression, prompting several relocations, eventually settling in Los Angeles where Granger was discovered by a Hollywood talent scout at age 17.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Philip Morgan in Hitchcock's 'Rope' (1948).
- Featured as Guy Haines in Hitchcock's 'Strangers on a Train' (1951).
- Co-starred in 'Senso' (1954) directed by Luchino Visconti.
- Appeared on Broadway in productions such as 'The Carefree Tree' and 'The Seagull'.
- Continued acting in television and on stage through the 1970s and 1980s.
Trivia
- Granger was openly bisexual and wrote candidly about his relationships in his autobiography.
- He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II.
- Farley Granger declined long-term studio contracts, opting for more creative freedom in his career choices.
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Farley Granger was born the 1 July 1925.
San Jose, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 1st, 1925, in brief:
- Historical events: The inaugural International Congress of Radiology took place in London, bringing together experts to discuss radiation standards and safety. This event laid the foundation for future international collaboration in radiology.
- Day of the week: July 1st, 1925 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Midnight Waltz by Carl Fenton & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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