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Jean Simmons - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 31, 1929 |
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| Died | January 22, 2010 (age 80) |
| Birthplace | Lower Holloway, London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Jean Simmons's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Renowned film and television actress, noted for roles in 'Great Expectations' (1946), 'Hamlet' (1948), and 'Spartacus' (1960). |
Intro
Jean Simmons was a British actress and singer renowned for her versatility and acclaimed performances in both British and American films from the 1940s through the 1980s. She received numerous accolades, including an Academy Award nomination and two Golden Globe Awards.
Early Life & Background
Jean Simmons was born in Lower Holloway, London, and began acting at a young age. She attended the Aida Foster School of Dance at the behest of her mother, which led to her entry into film during her teenage years.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Estella in 'Great Expectations' (1946)
- Played Ophelia in Laurence Olivier's 'Hamlet' (1948), for which she received an Academy Award nomination
- Starred in 'Guys and Dolls' (1955) alongside Marlon Brando and Frank Sinatra
- 'Spartacus' (1960) as Varinia, opposite Kirk Douglas
- Won two Golden Globe Awards and an Emmy for her work in television miniseries 'The Thorn Birds' (1983)
Trivia
- She became a naturalized US citizen in 1956.
- Jean Simmons was nominated for two Academy Awards in her career.
- She was married to actors Stewart Granger and Richard Brooks.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Jean Simmons born?
Jean Simmons was born the 31 January 1929.
Where is Jean Simmons from?
Lower Holloway, London, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 31st, 1929, in brief:
- Historical events: Leon Trotsky, a key figure in the Russian Revolution, was exiled from Soviet Russia, marking a significant event in Soviet political history.
- Day of the week: January 31st, 1929 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Broadway Melody directed by Harry Beaumont
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