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Jane Darwell - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 15, 1879 |
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| Died | August 13, 1967 (age 87) |
| Birthplace | Palmyra, Missouri, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Jane Darwell's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Known For | Winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Ma Joad in 'The Grapes of Wrath' (1940). |
Intro
Jane Darwell was an American character actress in film, stage, and television, best known for her Oscar-winning role as Ma Joad in the 1940 film adaptation of John Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath." Over her long career, she appeared in more than 170 films, frequently portraying matriarchal, grandmotherly, or nurturing figures.
Early Life & Background
Born as Patti Woodard in Palmyra, Missouri, Jane Darwell was the daughter of William Robert Woodard, a railroad president. She originally intended to become an opera singer or a journalist, but her father disapproved, leading her to pursue acting under a stage name.
Career Highlights
- Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'The Grapes of Wrath' (1940)
- Notable roles in 'Mary Poppins' (1964), 'The Ox-Bow Incident' (1943), and 'Huckleberry Finn' (1940)
- Appeared in over 170 films between 1913 and 1964
Trivia
- Jane Darwell acted well into her eighties, with her last credited screen appearance in Disney's 'Mary Poppins' (1964), playing the Bird Woman.
- She began her film career late, debuting in silent films at age 36, and maintained a presence in Hollywood for over five decades.
FAQs
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When was Jane Darwell born?
Jane Darwell was born the 15 October 1879.
Where is Jane Darwell from?
Palmyra, Missouri, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 15th, 1879, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 15th, 1879 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: