Shirley Jones - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 31, 1934 |
|---|---|
| Age | 92 |
| Birthplace | Charleroi, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Shirley Jones's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring in musical films including 'Oklahoma!' and 'Carousel', and as the matriarch on the TV sitcom 'The Partridge Family.' |
Intro
Shirley Jones is an acclaimed American actress and singer best known for her roles in classic musical films such as 'Oklahoma!', 'Carousel', and 'The Music Man', as well as for her starring role as Shirley Partridge in the television series 'The Partridge Family.'
Early Life & Background
Shirley Jones was born to Marjorie and Paul Jones, who owned the Jones Brewing Company. She began singing at an early age and took formal singing lessons, which led to her winning a beauty contest and auditioning for a casting call in New York City that jumpstarted her show business career.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in 'Elmer Gantry' (1960).
- Starred in hit musical films including 'Oklahoma!' (1955), 'Carousel' (1956), and 'The Music Man' (1962).
- Played Shirley Partridge in the popular television series 'The Partridge Family' (1970–1974).
- Received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Musical for 'Maggie Flynn' (1968).
Trivia
- In 1956, Jones married actor Jack Cassidy and is the mother of singer-actor David Cassidy.
- She was named after child star Shirley Temple.
- Her singing voice and wholesome beauty made her a favorite for Rodgers and Hammerstein productions.
FAQs
People also ask
Shirley Jones is 92 years old.
Shirley Jones was born the 31 March 1934.
Charleroi, Pennsylvania, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About March 31st, 1934, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 31st, 1934 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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