Barbara StanwyckAKA:
Ruby Catherine Stevens
Nationality:
American Birthdate:
07/16/1907 Birthplace:
Brooklyn, New York Death Date:
01/20/1990 Celeb News
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biography
Barbara Stanwyck was a dazzling study in contrasts. At times sultry and sweet; vulnerable and tough; comedic and dramatic; joyous and tragic – she simply was one of the greatest and most unique actresses during Hollywood’s Golden Era. She could play whatever the part required, whether it was madcap glamour in comedies like “The Lady Eve” (1941), tough-minded feminism in weepies like “Stella Dallas” (1937), or poisonous vixens in noir classics like “Double Indemnity” (1944). A working-class girl from Brooklyn, she became one of the richest women in the United States due to wise investments. On
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milestones
Year
Milestone
Orphaned at the age of four and raised by older sister and other relatives
Began working at as a fashion model at age 13, and was a Ziegfeld Girl by the age of 15
1926
Broadway debut in the chorus of "The Noose"; co-starred with actors Rex Cherryman and Wilfred Lucas
1926
First starring role on Broadway in "Burlesque"
1927
First film appearance was a minor part in "Broadway Nights" (silent film)
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