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Marian Marsh

Marian Marsh - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 17, 1913
BirthplaceTrinidad, British West Indies (now Trinidad and Tobago)
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Marian Marsh's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacOx
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForFilm actress, notably in 'Svengali' (1931), and other prominent roles during Hollywood's Golden Age.

Intro

Marian Marsh was a Trinidad-born American film actress, best known for her roles during the 1930s, particularly for her performance in 'Svengali' (1931) alongside John Barrymore. She was recognized for her beauty and talent in early Hollywood and later became an environmental activist.

Early Life & Background

Marian Marsh was born Violet Ethelred Krauth on October 17, 1913, in Trinidad, British West Indies. She moved with her family to Boston as a child and later relocated to Hollywood, California, where she entered the film industry.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Trilby in 'Svengali' (1931) with John Barrymore
  • Appeared in films such as 'Crime and Punishment' (1935), 'Five Star Final' (1931), and 'The Sport Parade' (1932)
  • Worked for major studios including Warner Bros. and Columbia Pictures
  • Transitioned to television and stage before retiring from acting
  • Founded Desert Beautiful, an environmental organization, after leaving the film industry

Trivia

  • Her sister was actress Jean Fenwick.
  • In her later years, she was noted for her work in conservation and environmentalism.
  • Marsh was one of the youngest leading ladies in 1930s Hollywood.

FAQs

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When was Marian Marsh born?

Marian Marsh was born the 17 October 1913.

Where is Marian Marsh from?

Trinidad, British West Indies (now Trinidad and Tobago).

On Her Birth-Day

About October 17th, 1913, in brief:

  • Day of the week: October 17th, 1913 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: On the Banks of the Wabash by Harry Macdonough & American Quartet
  • Popular movie: Traffic in Souls directed by George Loane Tucker

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marian_Marsh
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0550660/