Shirley Temple
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Early Life
Shirley Temple was born on April 23, 1928 in Santa Monica, California. She was the daughter of George Francis Temple and Gertrude Amelia Krieger. Her father was a banker and her mother was a homemaker. She had two older brothers, George Francis Jr. and John Stanley.
Child Star
At the age of three, Shirley began taking dance lessons and soon after, she was discovered by a talent scout. She made her film debut in 1932 in the movie “Stand Up and Cheer!”. She quickly became a child star and was the top box office draw from 1935 to 1938. She starred in a number of films such as “Bright Eyes”, “Curly Top”, and “The Little Colonel”. She was known for her singing, dancing, and acting abilities. She was also known for her signature curls and dimples.
Later Career
In 1940, Shirley retired from acting and went on to attend Westlake School for Girls. She later attended the University of California, Berkeley and graduated with a degree in international relations. She then went on to have a successful career in public service. She served as a delegate to the United Nations General Assembly, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, and Chief of Protocol of the United States. She was also appointed to the board of directors of the Walt Disney Company.
Legacy
Shirley Temple was one of the most popular child stars of all time. She was the first recipient of the Juvenile Academy Award in 1934. She was also the first recipient of the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 1960. She was inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame in 2002. Her legacy lives on through her films, her public service, and her charitable work.
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