Here are 10 things you should know about actress Ann Dvorak, born 107 years ago today. She never became, perhaps, quite the star she might have been, but she delivered many a memorable turn, particularly during the Precode Era, and remains a favorite among discerning movie buffs.
Our thanks go out to Christina Rice, author of Ann Dvorak: Hollywood’s Forgotten Rebel and the woman behind the terrific website AnnDvorak.com, for sharing an image with us.
Here are 10 things you should know about the legendary (and justifiably so) Judy Garland, born 96 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.
The terrific Al Bowlly was born 120 years ago today. One of the first of the crooners, Bowlly left a great legacy, despite having his life cut short as a civilian casualty during World War II.
Here are 10 things you should know about Al Bowlly…
Sir Noël Coward was born 118 years ago today in the Teddington section of London. He gained fame as a playwright, director, composer, singer, actor and wit.
Here are 10 things you should know about Noël Coward…
Character actor C. Aubrey Smith, who specialized in portraying stalwart, stiff-upper-lip Brits, was born 144 years ago today in London, England. Happy birthday, Mr. Smith, wherever you may be!
Here are 10 things you should know about C. Aubrey Smith…