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Karen Morley - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 12, 1909 |
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| Died | March 08, 2003 (age 93) |
| Birthplace | Ottumwa, Iowa, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Karen Morley's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Her performances in classic films, particularly 'Scarface' (1932), 'Mata Hari' (1931), and 'Dinner at Eight' (1933). |
Intro
Karen Morley was an American film actress active primarily during the 1930s, known for her roles in several notable Hollywood films before her career was affected by the Hollywood blacklist.
Early Life & Background
Karen Morley was born Mildred Linton in Ottumwa, Iowa. She later moved to Hollywood, California, where she began her acting career after studying at the University of California, Berkeley.
Career Highlights
- Starred in 'Scarface' (1932) as Poppy
- Appeared in 'Mata Hari' (1931) alongside Greta Garbo
- Featured in 'Dinner at Eight' (1933)
- Had a successful contract with MGM throughout the early 1930s
- Career was disrupted in the late 1940s when she was blacklisted after refusing to testify before the House Un-American Activities Committee
Trivia
- She ran unsuccessfully for political office in California in the 1950s.
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- Was married to director Charles Vidor.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Karen Morley born?
Karen Morley was born the 12 December 1909.
Where is Karen Morley from?
Ottumwa, Iowa, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 12th, 1909, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 12th, 1909 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Put on Your Old Gray Bonnet by Haydn Quartet
- Popular movie: Before and After directed by Barbet Schroeder
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