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Jeff Chandler - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 15, 1918 |
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| Died | June 17, 1961 (age 42) |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Jeff Chandler's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Playing Cochise in 'Broken Arrow' (1950), and other leading roles in Westerns and adventure films during the 1950s. |
Intro
Jeff Chandler was an American actor, film producer, and singer, known for his distinctive gray hair and deep voice. He gained fame in the 1950s, notably for his roles in Westerns and adventure films.
Early Life & Background
Jeff Chandler was born Ira Grossel in Brooklyn, New York, and attended Erasmus Hall High School. He developed an early interest in acting and worked in theater before transitioning to radio and eventually film.
Career Highlights
- Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actor for 'Broken Arrow' (1950)
- Starred in 'Merrill's Marauders' (1962), 'Female on the Beach' (1955), and 'Because of You' (1952)
- Had a successful singing career, recording several albums
- Appeared in over 50 feature films
Trivia
- His signature prematurely gray hair became one of his trademarks.
- Chandler died at age 42 due to complications from spinal surgery.
- He was also known to have worked as a radio actor before his film career.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Jeff Chandler born?
Jeff Chandler was born the 15 December 1918.
Where is Jeff Chandler from?
Brooklyn, New York, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About December 15th, 1918, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 15, 1918, the first meeting of the American Jewish Congress was held, aiming to represent the Jewish community in the United States and address issues affecting them.
- Day of the week: December 15th, 1918 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Baby Boy by Lewis James
- Popular movie: Tarzan of the Apes directed by Scott Sidney
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