Clara Bow

Clara Bow, known as the original 'It Girl', was an American actress who rose to fame during the silent film era of the 1920s.

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Profession :

Movie Actress

Birthday :

July 29, 1905

Death Date:

September 27, 1965

Age :

60

Clara Bow, born on July 29, 1905, in Brooklyn, New York, was a renowned American actress who gained fame as the “It Girl” of the 1920s during the silent film era. She was one of the most popular actresses of her time, with notable films such as “Wings,” “It,” “Mantrap,” “The Plastic Age,” “Get Your Man,” “Hula,” “Down to the Sea in Ships,” and “Beyond the Rainbow.” Bow successfully transitioned to “talkies” in 1929 and continued her career in the film industry, earning the Photoplay Magazine Gold Medal Award for her contributions.

As the original “It Girl,” Bow personified the lively, emancipated flapper of the 1920s and became a new kind of relatable Hollywood icon. Despite struggling with mental health issues throughout her life, she was highly respected for her talent and dedication to her craft. Clara Bow passed away on September 27, 1965, in Los Angeles, California.