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Garry Moore - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 31, 1915 |
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| Died | November 28, 1993 (age 78) |
| Birthplace | Baltimore, Maryland, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Garry Moore's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Hosting the television shows 'The Garry Moore Show', 'I've Got a Secret', and 'To Tell the Truth'. |
Intro
Garry Moore was a prominent American entertainer, game show host, and comedian, widely known for his genial on-screen presence and for hosting several successful television shows from the 1940s through the 1960s.
Early Life & Background
Garry Moore was born Thomas Garrison Morfit III in Baltimore, Maryland. He began his career in radio in the 1930s before transitioning to television, where he became a recognized figure in American entertainment.
Career Highlights
- Hosted 'The Garry Moore Show' (multiple versions, 1950-1967)
- Hosted the original 'I've Got a Secret' (1952–1964)
- Hosted 'To Tell the Truth' (1969-1977)
- Nominated for and won multiple Emmy Awards
- Launched the TV careers of performers such as Carol Burnett
Trivia
- Garry Moore was known for his trademark bow tie.
- He was instrumental in launching the career of Carol Burnett, who was a regular on 'The Garry Moore Show'.
- He retired from television in the 1970s after being diagnosed with throat cancer.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Garry Moore born?
Garry Moore was born the 31 January 1915.
Where is Garry Moore from?
Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 31st, 1915, in brief:
- Historical events: Alan Lomax, an American ethnomusicologist and folklorist, was born in Austin, Texas, on January 31, 1915. He is renowned for his extensive field recordings of folk music and his contributions to preserving various musical traditions.
- Day of the week: January 31st, 1915 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: He's a Rag Picker by Peerless Quartet
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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