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Wendy Barrie - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 18, 1912 |
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| Died | February 02, 1978 (age 65) |
| Birthplace | Hong Kong, China |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Wendy Barrie's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Film roles in 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' (1939), 'Dead End' (1937), and as a pioneering early television host in the United States. |
Intro
Wendy Barrie was a British-American actress who appeared in numerous films during the 1930s and 1940s. She is remembered for her work both in British cinema and Hollywood, as well as for her later work as a television host.
Early Life & Background
Born Marguerite Wendy Jenkins in Hong Kong, she was the daughter of English parents. She was educated in England and began her career on the London stage before transitioning to film.
Career Highlights
- Made her film debut in 1932 with 'Threads'.
- Appeared in notable films such as 'The Private Life of Henry VIII' (1933), 'Dead End' (1937), 'The Hound of the Baskervilles' (1939), and 'Five Came Back' (1939).
- Transitioned to American films and later became one of the first well-known women TV hosts in the U.S. with 'The Wendy Barrie Show' in the 1940sā50s.
Trivia
- Her professional surname 'Barrie' was taken from her godfather, playwright J.M. Barrie.
- One of the earliest female stars to have her own network television show in America.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Wendy Barrie born?
Wendy Barrie was born the 18 April 1912.
Where is Wendy Barrie from?
Hong Kong, China.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 18th, 1912, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 18th, 1912 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Another Rag (A Raggy Rag) by American Quartet
- Popular movie: The Mummy directed by D.W. Griffith
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