Judy Garland
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| File:Judy Garland in The Harvey Girls trailer.jpg Garland in The Harvey Girls (1946) | |
| Born | Frances Ethel Gumm June 10, 1922 Grand Rapids, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | June 22, 1969 (aged 47) London, England |
| Resting place | Hollywood Forever Cemetery |
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| Years active | 1924–1969 |
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Judy Garland (born Frances Ethel Gumm; June 10, 1922 – June 22, 1969) was an American actress, singer, and dancer. She is widely known for her role as Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz (1939). Garland had a career spanning over 40 years, which included performances in musical films, concerts, and television.
Early Life[edit | edit source]
Garland was born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, to Frank Gumm and Ethel Gumm. She began performing at a young age with her sisters in a vaudeville act called "The Gumm Sisters." The family moved to Lancaster, California, where Garland's talent was soon recognized.
Career[edit | edit source]
Garland signed with Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) at the age of 13. She appeared in several successful films, including Meet Me in St. Louis (1944), Easter Parade (1948), and A Star Is Born (1954). Her performance in The Wizard of Oz earned her an Academy Juvenile Award.
Filmography[edit | edit source]
- The Wizard of Oz (1939)
- Meet Me in St. Louis (1944)
- Easter Parade (1948)
- A Star Is Born (1954)
- Judgment at Nuremberg (1961)
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Garland was married five times and had three children: Liza Minnelli, Lorna Luft, and Joey Luft. She struggled with substance abuse and financial difficulties throughout her life.
Death[edit | edit source]
Garland died of an accidental barbiturate overdose on June 22, 1969, in London, England. She was interred at Hollywood Forever Cemetery.
Legacy[edit | edit source]
Garland is remembered as one of the greatest performers of the 20th century. She received numerous awards and honors, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a Golden Globe Award.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Liza Minnelli
- The Wizard of Oz (1939 film)
- A Star Is Born (1954 film)
- Hollywood Forever Cemetery
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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