Shirley Temple Autograph

Profession:
(1928-2014) American actress, singer, dancer, and diplomat who was Hollywood's number one box-office draw as a child actress from 1934 to 1938.

Year of Birth: 1928

Shirley Temple is an iconic figure in American entertainment. She was born in Santa Monica, CA on April 23, 1928. She began her career at a very young age, first appearing in a series of short films in 1932. She quickly rose to stardom, becoming one of the most popular child stars in Hollywood during the 1930s. Her most iconic roles include her leading roles in Bright Eyes, Curly Top, and Heidi. Shirley was also an ambassador for the United States, appointed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the 1940s.

Shirley Temple's career was quite successful. She won an Academy Juvenile Award in 1934 and was nominated for an Oscar for her role in The Little Colonel. Her films were so popular that they had their own genre known as "Shirley Temple movies". She also had her own line of dolls, books, and other merchandise.

Shirley Temple was also well known for her love of dance. She studied ballet and tap and performed in many musicals and stage shows. She also had her own television show, Shirley Temple's Storybook, which aired in 1958. She also appeared in a few Broadway shows and television shows in later years.

In addition to her acting career, Shirley Temple was also an advocate for civil rights and children's rights. She was the first female chair of the California Arts Council and a member of the National Advisory Council on the Arts. She was also an ambassador to Ghana and Czechoslovakia. She also wrote several books, including her autobiography, Child Star.

Shirley Temple was married twice, first to John Agar and then to Charles Black. She had two children with her first husband, Linda and Charles Jr. She was also the adoptive parent of a daughter, Lori. She was married to Charles Black until his death in 2005.

Shirley Temple passed away on February 10th, 2014 at the age of 85. She left behind a legacy of films, music, and activism that will be remembered for generations to come. She is beloved by millions and is an American icon.