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Texas Guinan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 12, 1884 |
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| Died | November 05, 1933 (age 49) |
| Birthplace | Waco, Texas, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Texas Guinan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Known For | Nightclub hostess and impresario during Prohibition, early silent film actress, infamous for popularizing New York speakeasies. |
Intro
Texas Guinan was an American actress, producer, and entrepreneur best known for her work in silent films and as a famous nightclub hostess and impresario during Prohibition-era New York. Renowned for her charismatic personality and catchphrase 'Hello, sucker!', she became a symbol of the Roaring Twenties nightlife.
Early Life & Background
Born Mary Louise Cecilia Guinan in Waco, Texas, she was the daughter of Irish immigrants. She began her career in entertainment by performing in local theater and later moved into vaudeville and silent films before gaining fame as a nightclub hostess.
Career Highlights
- Starred in several silent Western films through the 1910s.
- Opened and ran some of the most famous nightclubs in New York City during Prohibition, including the 300 Club.
- Known for her witty banter and celebrity clientele, including Al Jolson and George Gershwin.
- Her persona became a symbol of the Roaring Twenties and the Jazz Age.
- Appeared in Broadway shows and continued to entertain until her death in 1933.
Trivia
- Her famous greeting to guests, 'Hello, sucker!', became a cultural catchphrase of the era.
- Despite frequent raids and arrests, Guinan never served jail time for her club activities.
- She inspired the character of nightclub hostesses in subsequent films and literature.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Texas Guinan born?
Texas Guinan was born the 12 January 1884.
Where is Texas Guinan from?
Waco, Texas, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 12th, 1884, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 12th, 1884 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: