Louise Brooks
American actress (1906–1985)
1906 — 1985
Quick Facts
Profession
American actress (1906–1985)
Born
November 14, 1906
Died
1985 (age ~79)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, writer, model
United StatesBorn in CherryvaleDied in Rochester
1906
Born in Cherryvale (1906-11-14)
1985
Died in Rochester
About
Mary Louise Brooks was an American film actress during the 1920s and 1930s. She is regarded today as an icon of the flapper culture, in part due to the bob hairstyle that she helped popularize during the prime of her career.
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Who is Louise Brooks?+
Mary Louise Brooks was an American film actress during the 1920s and 1930s. She is regarded today as an icon of the flapper culture, in part due to the bob hairstyle that she helped popularize during the prime of her career.
What does the name Louise mean?+
The name Louise means "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is of English origin.
When was Louise Brooks born?+
Louise Brooks was born on November 14, 1906.
When did Louise Brooks die?+
Louise Brooks died in 1985, at approximately 79 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.
The name Louise is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from French.. Etymology: id2=contain From Louise, the feminine form of Louis.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Names related to Louise
Louise — November 14, 1906
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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You made my script better than I wrote it.
— a filmmaker
My comfort movie has you in it. Always will.
— movie night regular
Legend.
— anon
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