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Freddie Bartholomew

Freddie Bartholomew - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 28, 1924
DiedJanuary 23, 1992 (age 67)
BirthplaceHarlesden, London, England, UK
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Freddie Bartholomew's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRat
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForProminent child actor in Hollywood films of the 1930s, particularly 'David Copperfield' and 'Captains Courageous.'

Intro

Freddie Bartholomew was a British-American child actor most famous for his roles in Hollywood films during the 1930s, such as 'David Copperfield' and 'Captains Courageous.'

Early Life & Background

Freddie Bartholomew was born in Harlesden, London. He began appearing on stage at a young age and was discovered by Hollywood producers after performing in Britain. He moved to the United States with his aunt, who became his guardian and manager.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as the title character in MGM's 'David Copperfield' (1935), directed by George Cukor.
  • Starred in 'Little Lord Fauntleroy' (1936) opposite C. Aubrey Smith and Dolores Costello.
  • Featured in 'Captains Courageous' (1937) with Spencer Tracy.
  • Appeared in 'Kidnapped' (1938) and 'Swiss Family Robinson' (1940).

Trivia

  • Freddie Bartholomew became a naturalized US citizen in 1943.
  • His Hollywood career declined as he grew older and his voice changed during adolescence.

FAQs

People also ask

When was Freddie Bartholomew born?

Freddie Bartholomew was born the 28 March 1924.

Where is Freddie Bartholomew from?

Harlesden, London, England, UK.

On His Birth-Day

About March 28th, 1924, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 28, 1924, U.S. Attorney General Harry Daugherty resigned amid the Teapot Dome scandal, a major political scandal involving bribery and corruption in the administration of President Warren G. Harding. His resignation marked a significant moment in U.S. political history.
  • Day of the week: March 28th, 1924 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: You Will Never Miss Your Mother Until She is Gone by Fiddlin' John Carson
  • Popular movie: Beau Brummel directed by Harry Beaumont

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freddie_Bartholomew
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Freddie-Bartholomew
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0059516/