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Judy Holliday - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 21, 1921 |
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| Died | June 07, 1965 (age 43) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Judy Holliday's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Winning the Academy Award for Best Actress for 'Born Yesterday' (1950) and her performances as a comedic actress on stage and screen. |
Intro
Judy Holliday was an American actress, comedian, and singer best known for her Academy Award-winning performance in 'Born Yesterday' (1950). Renowned for her comic timing and distinctive voice, Holliday appeared in a series of successful films and Broadway productions during the 1940s and 1950s.
Early Life & Background
Judy Holliday was born Judith Tuvim to Russian Jewish immigrant parents in New York City. She attended Julia Richman High School and showed early interest in performance, later becoming involved in theater groups in New York.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1951 for 'Born Yesterday.'
- Starred in Broadway hits like 'Kiss Them for Me' and 'Wonderful Town.'
- Appeared in several notable films including 'Adam's Rib' (1949), 'It Should Happen to You' (1954), and 'Bells Are Ringing' (1960).
- Acclaimed for her comic timing and abilities as both a stage and screen performer.
Trivia
- Her birth name was Judith Tuvim, which means 'holiday' in Hebrew.
- Was briefly blacklisted during the McCarthy era but was able to clear her name.
- Known for her distinctive, high-pitched voice and intelligence (reportedly had an IQ of 172).
FAQs
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When was Judy Holliday born?
Judy Holliday was born the 21 June 1921.
Where is Judy Holliday from?
New York City, New York, U.S..
On Her Birth-Day
About June 21st, 1921, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 21, 1921, in retaliation for the assassination of British Army Colonel Commandant Thomas Stanton Lambert, British forces set fire to Knockcroghery village in County Roscommon, Ireland. The attack destroyed most of the village's thatched-roof cottages, leaving residents to flee in their nightclothes. The incident marked the end of the village's clay-pipe industry, which had been active since the 18th century.
- Day of the week: June 21st, 1921 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Wyoming (Lullaby) by Charles Hart & Elliot Shaw
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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