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Howard Keel

Howard Keel - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 13, 1919
DiedNovember 07, 2004 (age 85)
BirthplaceGillespie, Illinois, USA
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Howard Keel's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacGoat
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForStarring in iconic MGM musicals such as 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers,' 'Kiss Me Kate,' and 'Show Boat.'

Intro

Howard Keel was an American actor and singer best known for his rich baritone voice and starring roles in classic movie musicals during the 1950s.

Early Life & Background

Howard Keel was born Harry Clifford Keel in Gillespie, Illinois. After the death of his father, he moved with his mother to California, where he worked various jobs before finding success as a performer. He got his big break after being discovered for his vocal talent and was cast in major Broadway and film productions.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Adam Pontipee in 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers' (1954)
  • Played the male lead in 'Kiss Me Kate' (1953)
  • Portrayed Gaylord Ravenal in 'Show Boat' (1951)
  • Appeared as Clayton Farlow on the TV series 'Dallas' (1981–1991)
  • Released several albums showcasing his baritone voice

Trivia

  • His real name was Harry Clifford Keel.
  • He was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 1988.
  • Keel's career was revitalized in the 1980s when he joined the cast of the TV series 'Dallas.'

FAQs

People also ask

When was Howard Keel born?

Howard Keel was born the 13 April 1919.

Where is Howard Keel from?

Gillespie, Illinois, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About April 13th, 1919, in brief:

  • Historical events: On April 13, 1919, British and Gurkha troops opened fire on a large crowd of unarmed Indian protesters at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar, Punjab, India. The massacre resulted in at least 379 deaths and many more injuries, leading to widespread outrage and a significant shift in India's struggle for independence.
  • Day of the week: April 13th, 1919 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Beautiful Ohio by Olive Kline & Marguerite Dunlap
  • Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Howard_Keel
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0444757/