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Irene Manning - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 17, 1912 |
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| Birthplace | Cincinnati, Ohio, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Irene Manning's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Film and stage roles in Hollywood musicals during the 1940s, notably in 'Yankee Doodle Dandy' and 'The Desert Song'. |
Intro
Irene Manning was an American singer and actress best known for her roles in 1940s Hollywood musicals and her performances as a soprano for both stage and screen.
Early Life & Background
Irene Manning was born in Cincinnati, Ohio. She studied music and opera at the Cincinnati Conservatory of Music and initially performed under the name Hope Manning.
Career Highlights
- Starred opposite James Cagney in 'Yankee Doodle Dandy' (1942) as Fay Templeton.
- Featured in 'The Desert Song' (1943), a notable musical film.
- Worked as a soprano with the San Francisco Opera.
- Appeared in numerous radio programs, including 'The Irene Manning Show' on Armed Forces Radio during WWII.
Trivia
- She entertained troops overseas during World War II with performances for the USO.
- She sometimes performed under her birth name, Hope Manning, early in her career.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Irene Manning born?
Irene Manning was born the 17 July 1912.
Where is Irene Manning from?
Cincinnati, Ohio, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 17th, 1912, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 17, 1912, the inhabitants of Ikaria expelled the Turkish garrison, achieving independence from the Ottoman Empire. The neighboring islands of Fournoi Korseon were also liberated and became part of the Free State. Ioannis Malachias served as the first and only president of this short-lived nation.
- Day of the week: July 17th, 1912 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Please Don't Take My Lovin' Man Away by Elsie Baker
- Popular movie: The Mummy directed by D.W. Griffith
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