Peggy Ann Garner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 03, 1932 |
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| Died | October 16, 1984 (age 52) |
| Birthplace | Canton, Ohio, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Peggy Ann Garner's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Winning the Academy Juvenile Award for 'A Tree Grows in Brooklyn' (1945); prominent American child actress in the 1940s. |
Intro
Peggy Ann Garner was an American child actress best known for her Academy Award-winning performance in the 1945 film 'A Tree Grows in Brooklyn.' She achieved notable success during the 1940s and continued acting in film, television, and stage into adulthood.
Early Life & Background
Peggy Ann Garner was born in Canton, Ohio. Her mother, Virginia, was determined to make her a star, moving to Hollywood to support Peggy's acting career. She began appearing in movies at a young age and secured a contract with 20th Century Fox after demonstrating her acting abilities.
Career Highlights
- 'A Tree Grows in Brooklyn' (1945) – Won the Academy Juvenile Award
- 'Jane Eyre' (1943)
- 'Black Beauty' (1946)
- 'Home, Sweet Homicide' (1946)
- Television roles in popular series including 'Alfred Hitchcock Presents' and 'Bonanza'
Trivia
- Garner was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- Later in life, she worked as a real estate agent.
- Her career declined as she transitioned to adult roles, a common challenge for child actors of the era.
FAQs
People also ask
Peggy Ann Garner was born the 3 February 1932.
Canton, Ohio, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 3rd, 1932, in brief:
- Historical events: The World Disarmament Conference commenced in Geneva on February 3, 1932, aiming to address global disarmament issues. It was a significant event in the interwar period, reflecting the desire for peace after World War I.
- Day of the week: February 3rd, 1932 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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