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Gale Sondergaard - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 15, 1899 |
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| Died | August 14, 1985 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | Litchfield, Minnesota, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Gale Sondergaard's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Winning the first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Anthony Adverse' (1936) and for her performances in films such as 'The Life of Emile Zola' (1937) and 'Anna and the King of Siam' (1946). |
Intro
Gale Sondergaard was an American actress known for her distinctive supporting roles in Hollywood films, particularly during the 1930s and 1940s. She was the first recipient of the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress.
Early Life & Background
Gale Sondergaard was born to Danish immigrant parents in Litchfield, Minnesota. She attended the University of Minnesota and later studied drama at the Minneapolis School of Dramatic Art before moving to New York City to pursue a career on stage.
Career Highlights
- Won the first Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Anthony Adverse' (1936)
- Nominated for an Academy Award for 'Anna and the King of Siam' (1946)
- Notable roles in films such as 'The Life of Emile Zola' (1937), 'The Letter' (1940), and 'The Cat and the Canary' (1939)
Trivia
- Sondergaard was originally cast as the Wicked Witch of the West in 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939) but withdrew when the role's appearance changed from glamorous to grotesque.
- Her film career declined in the late 1940s after her husband, director Herbert Biberman, was blacklisted during the Hollywood Red Scare.
- She returned to acting later in her life, appearing in theater and television.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Gale Sondergaard born?
Gale Sondergaard was born the 15 February 1899.
Where is Gale Sondergaard from?
Litchfield, Minnesota, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 15th, 1899, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 15th, 1899 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: