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Phyllis Kirk - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 18, 1927 |
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| Died | October 19, 2006 (age 79) |
| Birthplace | Syracuse, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Phyllis Kirk's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in 'House of Wax' (1953) and the TV series 'The Thin Man.' |
Intro
Phyllis Kirk was an American actress best known for her roles in film noirs and classic television, most notably as Nora Charles in the TV series 'The Thin Man' and as the female lead in the 1953 horror classic 'House of Wax.'
Early Life & Background
Phyllis Kirk was born Phyllis Kirkegaard in Syracuse, New York. She was raised in the city and later moved to Stamford, Connecticut. She overcame polio as a child before studying drama and launching her career as an actress.
Career Highlights
- Played Nora Charles in TV's 'The Thin Man' (1957–1959)
- Co-starred in 'House of Wax' (1953) with Vincent Price
- Appeared in the film 'Johnny Concho' (1956) with Frank Sinatra
- Transitioned to a career in television journalism and activism in later years
Trivia
- She was a vocal activist against the death penalty.
- Kirk appeared in over two dozen television series during her career.
- She retired from acting in the 1970s and later worked as a public relations executive.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Phyllis Kirk born?
Phyllis Kirk was born the 18 September 1927.
Where is Phyllis Kirk from?
Syracuse, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 18th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 18, 1927, the Columbia Phonographic Broadcasting System (CPBS) began broadcasting with a network of 16 radio stations in 11 U.S. states. The inaugural program featured music from the Howard Barlow Orchestra and was aired from flagship station WOR in Newark, New Jersey.
- Day of the week: September 18th, 1927 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Gaucho directed by F. Richard Jones
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