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Paul Douglas

Paul Douglas - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 11, 1907
DiedSeptember 11, 1959 (age 52)
BirthplacePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Paul Douglas's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacGoat
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForNotable roles in films such as 'Angels in the Outfield' and 'It Happens Every Spring.'

Intro

Paul Douglas was an American actor best known for his work in film and on stage during the mid-20th century. He gained prominence for his roles in both comedic and dramatic productions, notably in the films 'It Happens Every Spring' and 'Angels in the Outfield.'

Early Life & Background

Paul Douglas was born in Philadelphia and attended Yale University but left before graduating. He originally worked in radio and sports broadcasting before transitioning to acting on Broadway and eventually in Hollywood.

Career Highlights

  • Starred in 'Angels in the Outfield' (1951), a hit baseball comedy
  • Featured in 'It Happens Every Spring' (1949)
  • Appeared in 'Panic in the Streets' (1950)
  • Had a successful stage career, including the play 'Born Yesterday' on Broadway
  • Worked as a radio and sports announcer prior to his acting career

Trivia

  • He was originally cast as the leading man in the film 'The Solid Gold Cadillac' but died before he could begin filming.
  • Douglas was known for his booming voice and likable everyman persona.
  • He married actress Jan Sterling.

FAQs

People also ask

When was Paul Douglas born?

Paul Douglas was born the 11 April 1907.

Where is Paul Douglas from?

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About April 11th, 1907, in brief:

  • Day of the week: April 11th, 1907 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Ideale (My Ideal!) by Enrico Caruso
  • Popular movie: Tom Sawyer directed by Unknown

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Douglas_(actor)
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0235065/