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Janet Blair - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 23, 1921 |
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| Died | February 19, 2007 (age 85) |
| Birthplace | Altoona, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Janet Blair's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in classic Hollywood musical and comedy films such as 'My Sister Eileen' (1942), 'Tonight and Every Night' (1945), and numerous television appearances in the 1950s and 1960s. |
Intro
Janet Blair was an American film and television actress best known for her work during the 1940s and 1950s, including leading roles in musical films such as 'My Sister Eileen' and 'The Fabulous Dorseys.'
Early Life & Background
Janet Blair was born as Martha Jean Lafferty in Altoona, Pennsylvania. She began her career singing with Hal Kemp's band before transitioning to film contract work in Hollywood during the early 1940s.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Eileen Sherwood in 'My Sister Eileen' (1942).
- Co-starred with Rita Hayworth and Leslie Brooks in 'Tonight and Every Night' (1945).
- Played Jane in 'The Fabulous Dorseys' (1947).
- Appeared in television series such as 'The Smith Family' and 'The Ford Television Theatre.'
- Active in musical theatre, including touring productions of 'South Pacific.'
Trivia
- Her birth name was Martha Jean Lafferty.
- She was primarily a singer before becoming a film actress.
- Blair's Hollywood career was interrupted by the decline of musicals, after which she found steady work in television and theater.
- She was married twice and had two children.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Janet Blair born?
Janet Blair was born the 23 April 1921.
Where is Janet Blair from?
Altoona, Pennsylvania, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 23rd, 1921, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 23rd, 1921 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Look for the Silver Lining by Marion Harris
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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