Gloria Jean - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 14, 1926 |
|---|---|
| Age | 99 |
| Birthplace | Buffalo, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Gloria Jean's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Appearing as a leading child singer and actress in Universal Pictures musicals during the Golden Age of Hollywood, especially 'The Under-Pup' and 'Never Give a Sucker an Even Break'. |
Intro
Gloria Jean was an American actress and singer best known for her work in musical films in the 1930s and 1940s. She began her career as a child star at Universal Pictures and gained fame for her performances in films such as 'The Under-Pup' and 'Never Give a Sucker an Even Break.'
Early Life & Background
Gloria Jean was born Gloria Jean Schoonover in Buffalo, New York, in 1926. She displayed remarkable vocal talent from a young age, leading to radio performances and eventually a Hollywood contract with Universal Pictures when she was only 13 years old.
Career Highlights
- Starred in 'The Under-Pup' (1939), her film debut.
- Featured in the classic comedy 'Never Give a Sucker an Even Break' (1941) alongside W.C. Fields.
- Had a prolific career at Universal Pictures, appearing in numerous musicals throughout the 1940s.
- Transitioned to nightclub performances and television after her film career slowed in the 1950s.
Trivia
- Her singing voice was highly praised, often compared to Deanna Durbin.
- Gloria Jean narrowly missed out on becoming Universal's biggest musical star, a status attained by Deanna Durbin.
- She received fan mail from around the world and was a popular teen idol during her peak.
FAQs
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Gloria Jean is 99 years old.
Gloria Jean was born the 14 April 1926.
Buffalo, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 14th, 1926, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 14th, 1926 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Song of the Vagabonds by Dennis King
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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