Here are 10 things you should know about Walter Connolly, born 137 years ago today. Though his Hollywood career lasted just 10 years, he left his mark with strong performances in nearly 50 films.
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10 Things You Should Know About Helen Mack
Here are 10 things you should know about Helen Mack, born 110 years ago today. A former child actress, she worked on the stage and in films before turning to writing and producing.
10 Things You Should Know About Carole Lombard
Here are 10 things you should know about Carole Lombard, born 115 years ago today. Her life and career were cut short, but her legacy endures.
10 Things You Should Know About Jean Arthur
Here are 10 things you should know about Jean Arthur, born 122 years ago today. A reluctant and, some say, unlikely star, she was one of the true greats of screwball and romantic comedies.
10 Things You Should Know About Claudette Colbert
Here are 10 things you should know about Claudette Colbert, born 119 years ago today.
We saw her perform on Broadway 37 years ago opposite Rex Harrison in a drawing room comedy called Aren’t We All? and it remains among our greatest regrets that we didn’t play Stage-Door Johnny after the show to tell her how we admired her.