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Ozzie Nelson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 20, 1906 |
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| Died | June 03, 1975 (age 69) |
| Birthplace | Jersey City, New Jersey, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Ozzie Nelson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Creating and starring in 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet' |
Intro
Ozzie Nelson was an American band leader, actor, and television producer, best known for creating and starring in the long-running radio and television series 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet.'
Early Life & Background
Ozzie Nelson was born Oswald George Nelson in Jersey City, New Jersey. He attended Rutgers University, where he was a star football player and graduated with a law degree. He began his career as a band leader, forming 'The Ozzie Nelson Band.'
Career Highlights
- Formed and led The Ozzie Nelson Band in the 1930s
- Transitioned to radio, launching 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet' in 1944
- Brought 'The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet' to television in 1952, where it became one of the longest-running sitcoms in TV history
- Produced and directed multiple episodes of the series
Trivia
- Father of Ricky Nelson and David Nelson
- The Nelson family sitcom was one of the few where the primary actors played fictionalized versions of themselves
- Graduated from Rutgers University with a law degree
FAQs
People also ask
When was Ozzie Nelson born?
Ozzie Nelson was born the 20 March 1906.
Where is Ozzie Nelson from?
Jersey City, New Jersey, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About March 20th, 1906, in brief:
- Historical events: Ozzie Nelson, an American actor, comedian, and bandleader, was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He is best known for starring in "The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet," a popular radio and television show.
- Day of the week: March 20th, 1906 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Story of the Kelly Gang directed by Charles Tait
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