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Mae Clarke - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 16, 1910 |
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| Died | April 29, 1992 (age 81) |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Mae Clarke's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Iconic film roles in 'Frankenstein' (1931) and 'The Public Enemy' (1931) |
Intro
Mae Clarke was an American actress best known for her roles in classic Hollywood films of the 1930s, including 'Frankenstein' and 'The Public Enemy.'
Early Life & Background
Mae Clarke was born on August 16, 1910, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She began performing at a young age and worked as a dancer and model before transitioning to acting in films.
Career Highlights
- Played Elizabeth in 'Frankenstein' (1931) directed by James Whale
- Starred opposite James Cagney in 'The Public Enemy' (1931), famous for the grapefruit scene
- Appeared in 'Waterloo Bridge' (1931) and 'Lady Killer' (1933)
Trivia
- The famous grapefruit scene in 'The Public Enemy,' where James Cagney pushes a grapefruit into Mae Clarke's face, became one of the most iconic moments in film history.
- Mae Clarke continued to act in films and on television throughout the 1940s and 1950s, although in less prominent roles.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Mae Clarke born?
Mae Clarke was born the 16 August 1910.
Where is Mae Clarke from?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 16th, 1910, in brief:
- Historical events: Mae Clarke, born Violet Mary Klotz on August 16, 1910, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was an American actress best known for her roles in 'Frankenstein' (1931) and 'The Public Enemy' (1931). She passed away on April 29, 1992, in Woodland Hills, California.
- Day of the week: August 16th, 1910 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: If He Comes In, I'm Goin' Out by Arthur Collins
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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