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Glenda Farrell - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 30, 1904 |
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| Died | May 01, 1971 (age 66) |
| Birthplace | Enid, Oklahoma, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Glenda Farrell's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Playing Torchy Blane in the Torchy Blane film series and starring in many Warner Bros. films of the 1930s. |
Intro
Glenda Farrell was an American actress best known for her energetic roles in 1930s films, particularly for her portrayal of the wisecracking reporter Torchy Blane. She enjoyed a successful stage and film career spanning several decades.
Early Life & Background
Glenda Farrell was born in Enid, Oklahoma, and began acting on stage in childhood. Her family moved frequently, but she developed an early passion for performing that led her to theater companies and eventually Broadway before making the transition to Hollywood.
Career Highlights
- Starred as the lead in the 'Torchy Blane' film series (1937–1939)
- Featured in classic films such as 'Little Caesar' (1931) and 'I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang' (1932)
- Won an Emmy Award in 1963 for her guest role on the television series 'Ben Casey'
- Enjoyed a prolific career in films, television, and stage during the 1930s–1960s
Trivia
- Known for her distinctively rapid-fire delivery and witty persona
- Helped popularize the fast-talking female reporter character in American cinema
- Her son, Tommy Farrell, was also an actor
FAQs
People also ask
When was Glenda Farrell born?
Glenda Farrell was born the 30 June 1904.
Where is Glenda Farrell from?
Enid, Oklahoma, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About June 30th, 1904, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 30th, 1904 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Cosey Corner Girl by Henry Burr
- Popular movie: Los políticos directed by
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