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Penny Singleton - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 15, 1908 |
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| Died | November 12, 2003 (age 95) |
| Birthplace | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Penny Singleton's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Blondie Bumstead in the "Blondie" film series and voicing Jane Jetson in the animated TV series "The Jetsons". |
Intro
Penny Singleton was an American actress and labor leader best known for portraying Blondie Bumstead in the "Blondie" movie series and as the voice of Jane Jetson in "The Jetsons" animated series.
Early Life & Background
Born as Mariana Dorothy Agnes Letitia McNulty, Penny Singleton began performing as a child and worked in vaudeville and nightclubs before transitioning to stage and film acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Blondie Bumstead in 28 "Blondie" films (1938–1950) and the radio show.
- Provided the voice of Jane Jetson in "The Jetsons" (1962–1963, 1985–1987).
- Became the first woman to serve as president of an AFL-CIO union, leading the American Guild of Variety Artists.
Trivia
- She has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame – one for radio and one for television.
- Singleton was a pioneering labor leader, advocating for entertainers’ rights.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Penny Singleton born?
Penny Singleton was born the 15 September 1908.
Where is Penny Singleton from?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 15th, 1908, in brief:
- Historical events: While no major historical events were recorded for September 15, 1908, this does not necessarily mean nothing of significance occurred. Many days in history pass without dramatic global events, yet local and personal histories continue to unfold. The early 20th century was a period of significant global transformation, with technological innovations, social changes, and geopolitical shifts happening rapidly.
- Day of the week: September 15th, 1908 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Over the Hills and Far Away by Harry Macdonough & John Bieling
- Popular movie: The Red Girl directed by D.W. Griffith
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