Mary Astor
American actress and author (1906–1987)
1906 — 1987
Quick Facts
Profession
American actress and author (1906–1987)
Born
May 3, 1906
Died
1987 (age ~81)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
actor, writer, stage actor
United StatesBorn in QuincyDied in Woodland Hills
1906
Born in Quincy (1906-05-03)
1942
AwardAcademy Award for Best Supporting Actress
1960
Awardstar on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1987
Died in Woodland Hills
About
Mary Astor was an American actress. Although her career spanned several decades, she may be best remembered for her performance as Brigid O'Shaughnessy in The Maltese Falcon (1941).
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Who is Mary Astor?+
Mary Astor was an American actress. Although her career spanned several decades, she may be best remembered for her performance as Brigid O'Shaughnessy in The Maltese Falcon (1941).
What does the name Mary mean?+
The name Mary means "unisex given name. Etymology: From Mary, from Marie, from Maria, from Μαρία, Μαριάμ, from tr=maryāor tr=miryā, of uncertain origin.". It is of English origin.
When was Mary Astor born?+
Mary Astor was born on May 3, 1906.
When did Mary Astor die?+
Mary Astor died in 1987, at approximately 81 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name. Etymology: From Mary, from Marie, from Maria, from Μαρία, Μαριάμ, from tr=maryāor tr=miryā, of uncertain origin.
The name Mary is of English origin, meaning "unisex given name. Etymology: From Mary, from Marie, from Maria, from Μαρία, Μαριάμ, from tr=maryāor tr=miryā, of uncertain origin.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Mary — May 3, 1906
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Chuen
Monkey — play, magic, artistry
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
That scene. You know the one. Oscar-worthy every time.
— a cinephile
Stopped here. Glad I did.
— a passerby
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