Here are 10 things you should know about Jack Oakie, born 119 years ago today. The prolific Oakie was a go-to character actor for comedic second banana roles.
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10 Things You Should Know About Dickie Moore
Here are 10 things you should know about Dickie Moore, born 97 years ago today. Some years ago, we were lucky enough to attend a special event at NYC’s Film Forum: a Q&A with Moore and his wife, actress Jane Powell.
It was a delight to see these two Hollywood veterans in tandem that night. They couldn’t have been more charming, and their mutual affection and respect was readily apparent—in short, they were darned cute together—as they delighted those assembled with insider tales of Hollywood’s glory days.
Moore was darned cute in the movies back in the day, too. He’s one of our favorite child actors of the 1930s.
10 Things You Should Know About Roscoe Karns
Here are 10 things you should know about Roscoe Karns, born 131 years ago today. The prolific character actor enjoyed a stage, screen and television career that spanned more than 50 years.
10 Things You Should Know About Ann Harding
Here are 10 things you should know about Ann Harding, born 120 years ago today.She worked steadily for 35 years on stage, in pictures and on TV, but her time in the spotlight was brief. TCM has gone a long way in renewing interest in—and appreciation of—her film career.
10 Things You Should Know About Judy Garland
Here are 10 things you should know about the legendary (and justifiably so) Judy Garland, born 100 years ago today. Hers was a complicated life and career, not easily summed up in 100 items, much less 10, so we’ve focused on the positives (it’s her birthday, after all) of her early career. We’re featuring her music all day on Cladrite Radio, so tune in now!