Gypsy Rose Lee - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 09, 1914 |
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| Birthplace | Seattle, Washington, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Gypsy Rose Lee's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Pioneering burlesque striptease, authoring books, and being the subject of the musical 'Gypsy'. |
Intro
Gypsy Rose Lee was an American burlesque entertainer, actress, author, and playwright, best known for her innovation in the striptease act and her witty, sophisticated stage presence. She became one of the most famous burlesque performers of her era and was also the inspiration for the Broadway musical and film 'Gypsy.'
Early Life & Background
Gypsy Rose Lee was born as Rose Louise Hovick in Seattle, Washington. Raised by her ambitious stage mother, Rose, Lee began performing in vaudeville as a child alongside her younger sister, June Havoc, as part of a family act. After her sister left the act, Lee transitioned into burlesque.
Career Highlights
- Became one of the most celebrated burlesque performers in the United States in the 1930s and 1940s
- Published a bestselling memoir, 'Gypsy', in 1957, which was turned into a Tony-winning Broadway musical and 1962 film
- Acted in several films, including 'Stage Door Canteen' (1943)
- Wrote mystery novels and hosted talk shows
Trivia
- Her real name was Rose Louise Hovick.
- Her mother, Rose, became notorious as one of show business's most persistent stage mothers.
- She was known for her witty onstage banter as much as for her striptease.
- Her life and career inspired the musical 'Gypsy', widely considered one of the greatest American musicals.
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Gypsy Rose Lee was born the 9 February 1914.
Seattle, Washington, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 9th, 1914, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 9th, 1914 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Girl in the Gingham Gown by Orpheus Quartet
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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