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William Haines - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 02, 1900 |
|---|---|
| Birthplace | Staunton, Virginia, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also William Haines's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Silent and early sound film stardom; later acclaimed interior design career. |
Intro
William Haines was an American film actor and interior designer. He achieved prominence as a leading man in silent and early talking films during the 1920s and 1930s. Haines was also noted for his later success as an interior designer after leaving Hollywood.
Early Life & Background
William George Haines was born on January 2, 1900, in Staunton, Virginia. He moved to New York in his teens before being discovered by a talent scout, which led to his film career in Hollywood.
Career Highlights
- Became one of MGM Studios' most popular male stars in the late 1920s.
- Starred in major films including 'Brown of Harvard' (1926), 'Show People' (1928), and 'Navy Blues' (1929).
- Career was derailed in the 1930s due to his refusal to hide his homosexuality, after which he established a successful interior design business with his life partner Jimmie Shields.
- Designed interiors for high-profile clients including Joan Crawford and Carole Lombard.
Trivia
- Haines was openly gay at a time when Hollywood studios demanded stars conceal their sexuality.
- He and his partner Jimmie Shields were together for nearly 50 years, making them one of the longest-lasting same-sex couples in early Hollywood.
FAQs
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When was William Haines born?
William Haines was born the 2 January 1900.
Where is William Haines from?
Staunton, Virginia, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About January 2nd, 1900, in brief:
- Historical events: The Open Door Policy with China was reaffirmed by the United States in 1900, emphasizing equal trading rights for all nations. This policy was crucial in maintaining U.S. interests in China amidst growing imperialist pressures from other nations.
- Day of the week: January 2nd, 1900 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Tribulations of an Amateur Photographer directed by
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