Here are 10 things you should know about May McAvoy, born 125 years ago today. A star in the silent era, she was once described as a “a star-eyed goddess” by poet Carl Sandburg.
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10 Things You Should Know About Van Johnson
Here are 10 things you should know about Van Johnson, born 108 years ago today. His career on stage, screen, radio and television spanned more than 55 years.
10 Things You Should Know About Robert Young
Here are 10 things you should know about Robert Young, born 117 years ago today. Best remembered today for his television roles, he also enjoyed a successful movie career in the 1930s and ’40s.
10 Things You Should Know About Jean Parker
Here are 10 things you should know about Jean Parker, born 108 years ago today. She didn’t become as big a star as some expected, but she enjoyed a successful 34-year career in the theatre, pictures and television.
10 Things You Should Know About Norma Shearer
Here are 10 things you should know about Norma Shearer, born 121 years ago today (or thereabouts). She portrayed strong, modern and independent women and was, in our view, a pivotal figure in Hollywood.