John Garfield - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 04, 1913 |
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| Died | May 21, 1952 (age 39) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also John Garfield's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Renowned for his Academy Award-nominated performances and as a prominent figure in Hollywood's Golden Age, especially for films like 'Body and Soul' and 'The Postman Always Rings Twice'. |
Intro
John Garfield was an acclaimed American actor noted for his roles in both stage and film during Hollywood's Golden Age. A pioneer of Method acting, Garfield was known for his intense, naturalistic performances, particularly in gritty dramas.
Early Life & Background
John Garfield, born Jacob Julius Garfinkle, grew up in New York City's Lower East Side under difficult circumstances after his mother's early death. He attended a school for problematic boys, where he developed an interest in acting. He later received a scholarship to the Heckscher Foundation and studied at the American Laboratory Theatre.
Career Highlights
- Became a Broadway star in the 1930s.
- Received two Academy Award nominations: Best Supporting Actor for 'Four Daughters' (1938) and Best Actor for 'Body and Soul' (1947).
- Starred in noted films such as 'The Postman Always Rings Twice' (1946), 'Gentleman's Agreement' (1947), and 'Force of Evil' (1948).
- Co-founded the Hollywood Canteen, a famous wartime club for servicemen.
- His career was impacted by blacklisting during the Red Scare; he died of a heart attack in 1952 at age 39.
Trivia
- Garfield was one of the earliest actors to use Method acting technique in Hollywood.
- He was called before the House Un-American Activities Committee during the Hollywood blacklist era.
FAQs
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John Garfield was born the 4 March 1913.
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About March 4th, 1913, in brief:
- Historical events: Woodrow Wilson was inaugurated as the 28th President of the United States on March 4, 1913, at the East Portico of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Chief Justice Edward Douglass White administered the oath of office. Wilson's inaugural address emphasized moral leadership and national conscience.
- Day of the week: March 4th, 1913 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Down in Dear Old New Orleans by Arthur Collins & Byron Harlan
- Popular movie: Traffic in Souls directed by George Loane Tucker
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