Jennifer Jones - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 02, 1919 |
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| Died | December 17, 2009 (age 90) |
| Birthplace | Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Jennifer Jones's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Winning the Academy Award for Best Actress for 'The Song of Bernadette' (1943) and starring in classic films such as 'Duel in the Sun' (1946), 'Love Letters' (1945), and 'A Farewell to Arms' (1957). |
Intro
Jennifer Jones was an acclaimed American actress known for her distinguished film career during Hollywood's Golden Age. She won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in 'The Song of Bernadette' (1943) and appeared in several other notable films.
Early Life & Background
Jennifer Jones, born Phylis Lee Isley, grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma. She attended Monte Cassino, a Catholic girls' school, and later Northwestern University. She pursued a career in acting, studying at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York, where she met her first husband, Robert Walker.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actress for 'The Song of Bernadette' (1943)
- Nominated for five Academy Awards throughout her career
- Starred in major films such as 'Love Letters' (1945), 'Duel in the Sun' (1946), 'Portrait of Jennie' (1948), and 'A Farewell to Arms' (1957)
- Married influential film producer David O. Selznick
- Received the Academy Honorary Award for her body of work
Trivia
- Her birth name was Phylis Lee Isley.
- She was married to famed producer David O. Selznick.
- She retired from acting in the 1970s and became involved in philanthropic efforts.
FAQs
People also ask
Jennifer Jones was born the 2 March 1919.
Tulsa, Oklahoma, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About March 2nd, 1919, in brief:
- Historical events: The Communist International, also known as the Comintern, was founded in Moscow to promote worldwide communism. It aimed to unite various communist parties and movements across the globe under a single banner. This event marked a significant moment in the history of international communism.
- Day of the week: March 2nd, 1919 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Don't Cry, Little Gril, Don't Cry by Henry Burr
- Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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