Vivien Leigh - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 05, 1913 |
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| Died | July 07, 1967 (age 53) |
| Birthplace | Darjeeling, Bengal Presidency, British India (now India) |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Scarlett O'Hara in 'Gone with the Wind' (1939) and Blanche DuBois in 'A Streetcar Named Desire' (1951) |
Intro
Vivien Leigh was a British actress, renowned for her iconic performances on stage and screen, particularly as Scarlett O'Hara in 'Gone with the Wind' (1939) and Blanche DuBois in 'A Streetcar Named Desire' (1951). She is celebrated for her beauty, charisma, and talent, earning two Academy Awards for Best Actress during her distinguished career.
Early Life & Background
Vivien Leigh was born Vivian Mary Hartley in Darjeeling, British India, to British parents. Her father was a broker and her mother was of Irish and Armenian descent. She moved with her family to England at the age of six, where she attended several schools and developed an early interest in acting.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actress twice: for 'Gone with the Wind' (1939) and 'A Streetcar Named Desire' (1951)
- Tony Award winner for Best Actress in a Musical for 'Tovarich' (1963)
- Renowned stage career, particularly in Shakespearean roles, often alongside her then-husband Laurence Olivier
- Starred in notable films such as 'Waterloo Bridge' (1940), 'That Hamilton Woman' (1941), and 'Caesar and Cleopatra' (1945)
Trivia
- Vivien Leigh suffered from bipolar disorder, which affected both her personal life and professional career.
- She was married to Laurence Olivier from 1940 to 1960, forming one of the most famous acting couples of their era.
- Her portrayal of Scarlett O'Hara was selected after a massive talent search by producer David O. Selznick.
- She remains one of the few actresses to have won two Academy Awards for Best Actress.
FAQs
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When was Vivien Leigh born?
Vivien Leigh was born the 5 November 1913.
Where is Vivien Leigh from?
Darjeeling, Bengal Presidency, British India (now India).
On Her Birth-Day
About November 5th, 1913, in brief:
- Historical events: Canadian scientists Frederick Banting and Charles Best reported the first successful insulin treatment for diabetes, a groundbreaking medical discovery that would revolutionize the management of this chronic disease and save millions of lives.
- Day of the week: November 5th, 1913 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: First Quarter
- #1 US song: Peg O' My Heart by Charles Harrison
- Popular movie: Atlantide directed by Yuri Ancarani
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