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George Brent - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 15, 1899 |
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| Died | May 26, 1979 (age 80) |
| Birthplace | Ballinasloe, County Galway, Ireland |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also George Brent's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Starring as a leading man in classic films such as 'Dark Victory', 'Jezebel', and 'Now, Voyager', often alongside Bette Davis. |
Intro
George Brent was an Irish-American film and stage actor, best known for his leading roles in Hollywood films of the 1930s and 1940s, particularly as a leading man opposite Bette Davis.
Early Life & Background
George Brent was born George Brendan Nolan in Ballinasloe, Ireland, and emigrated to the United States with his mother during the Irish War of Independence. He pursued acting in New York City before moving to Hollywood.
Career Highlights
- Starred in more than 100 films during the 1930s and 1940s
- Frequent co-star of Bette Davis in Warner Bros. films
- Notable roles in 'Dark Victory' (1939), 'Jezebel' (1938), 'Now, Voyager' (1942)
- Later appeared in television roles during the 1950s and 1960s
Trivia
- Naturalized United States citizen
- Briefly married to actresses Ruth Chatterton and Ann Sheridan
- Before Hollywood, performed on Broadway and was active in the Irish Republican Army
FAQs
People also ask
When was George Brent born?
George Brent was born the 15 March 1899.
Where is George Brent from?
Ballinasloe, County Galway, Ireland.
On His Birth-Day
About March 15th, 1899, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 15th, 1899 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: