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Vincente Minnelli - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 28, 1903 |
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| Died | July 25, 1986 (age 83) |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Vincente Minnelli's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Directing classic MGM musicals such as 'Meet Me in St. Louis,' 'An American in Paris,' and 'Gigi,' plus dramas like 'The Bad and the Beautiful.' |
Intro
Vincente Minnelli was an acclaimed American film director, especially known for his work in the musical and melodrama genres during Hollywood's Golden Age. He was the father of actress and singer Liza Minnelli.
Early Life & Background
Minnelli was born to a musical family in Chicago and was raised in Ohio. His early exposure to theatre, due to his family's involvement in performing arts, influenced his later career in stage and film direction.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Meet Me in St. Louis' (1944), starring Judy Garland.
- Directed 'An American in Paris' (1951), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
- Directed 'Gigi' (1958), which won nine Academy Awards including Best Director for Minnelli.
- Received an Academy Award for Best Director for 'Gigi' (1958).
- Directed 'The Bad and the Beautiful' (1952), which won five Oscars.
Trivia
- Minnelli was married to actress Judy Garland, and their daughter is entertainer Liza Minnelli.
- He was renowned for his distinctive visual style and use of color in films.
- Before his film career, Minnelli worked on Broadway as a set and costume designer.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Vincente Minnelli born?
Vincente Minnelli was born the 28 February 1903.
Where is Vincente Minnelli from?
Chicago, Illinois, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 28th, 1903, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 28th, 1903 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: In the Good Old Summer Time by Haydn Quartet
- Popular movie: Reliance: Shamrock III directed by
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