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Jeanette Anna MacDonald was an American singer and actress best remembered for her musical films of the 1930s with Maurice Chevalier and Nelson Eddy. During the 1930s and 1940s she starred in 29 feature films, four nominated for Best Picture Oscars, and recorded extensively, earning three gold records. She later appeared in opera, concerts, radio, and television. MacDonald was one of the most influential sopranos of the 20th century, introducing opera to film-going audiences and inspiring a generation of singers.
| Born | Jeannette Anna McDonald, June 18, 1903, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | January 14, 1965, Houston, Texas, U.S. |
| Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Glendale) |
| Other names | Jeanette MacDonald |
| Occupation | Actress, singer, radio host, philanthropist |
| Years active | 1909–1959 |
| Partner(s) | Nelson Eddy (1935-65) |
| Relatives | Blossom Rock (sister) |
About Jeanette MacDonald
Actress and vocalist who starred in a number of film musicals, including Maytime and The Love Parade. She also appeared in Sweethearts and The Girl of the Golden West.
Jeanette MacDonald before fame
She began acting in Broadway musicals when she was sixteen years old.
Achievement of Jeanette MacDonald
She was raised in Philadelphia, started off on Broadway, then went into musical films such as The Love Parade, One Hour with You, Naughty Marietta, and San Francisco.
Jeanette MacDonald family life
In June 1937, she married Gene Raymond [TV Actor].
Associations of Jeanette MacDonald
She starred alongside Nelson Eddy [Opera Singer] in a number of films.
Top Facts You Did Not Know About Jeanette MacDonald
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Latest information about Jeanette MacDonald updated on January 14 2022.
