Birthname: Dorothy Hackett McGuire
| Sign | Gemini |
| Born | Jun 14, 1916 Omaha, NE |
| Died | Sep 13, 2001 Santa Monica, CA |
| Age | Died at 85 |
| Final Resting PlaceCremated | |
Dorothy McGuire | |
| Job | Actress |
| Years active | 1943-1990 |
| Top Roles | Katie Nolan, Ann Winslow, Nancy Greer, Eliza Birdwell, Laura Pennington |
| Top Genres | Drama, Comedy, Romance, Film Adaptation, Family, War |
| Top Topics | Book-Based, Children, Disney |
| Top Collaborators | Delmer Daves (Director), Frank Wilcox, Walt Disney (Producer), Lloyd Nolan |
| Shares birthday with | Burl Ives, Cliff Edwards, Gene Barry see more.. |
Dorothy McGuire Overview:
Legendary actress, Dorothy McGuire, was born Dorothy Hackett McGuire on Jun 14, 1916 in Omaha, NE. McGuire appeared in over 50 TV and film roles. Her best known films include A Tree Grows in Brooklyn (1945), The Enchanted Cottage (1945), The Spiral Staircase (1945), Gentleman's Agreement (1947), Three Coins in the Fountain (1954), Friendly Persuasion (1956), Old Yeller (1957), A Summer Place (1959), Swiss Family Robinson (1960), The Dark at the Top of the Stairs (1960), Summer Magic (1963) and The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965). McGuire died at the age of 85 on Sep 13, 2001 in Santa Monica, CA and was cremated and her ashes scattered in the Pacific Ocean.
MINI BIO:
Dorothy McGuire appeared in many gentle, often downtrodden, roles and was skillful at manipulating her audience's emotions. She made fewer films as a star than most people think, and moved too swiftly (in 1956) into 'mother' roles, her film career lasting only a few more years. She is the mother of actress Topo Swope.
(Source: available at Amazon Quinlan's Film Stars).HONORS and AWARDS:
.Although McGuire was nominated for one Oscar, she never won a competitive Academy Award.
Academy Awards
| Year | Award | Film name | Role | Result |
| 1947 | Best Actress | Gentleman's Agreement (1947) | Kathy | Nominated |
She was honored with one star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the category of Motion Pictures.
Dorothy McGuire BlogHub Articles:
Gary Cooper and Dorothy McGuire charm us with their “Friendly Persuasion”
By Stephen Reginald on Dec 9, 2021 From Classic Movie ManGary Cooper and Dorothy McGuire charm us with their “Friendly Persuasion” Friendly Persuasion (1956) is an American drama directed by William Wyler and starring Gary Cooper and Dorothy McGuire. Others in the cast include Anthony Perkins (in his second film) and Marjorie Main. The sc... Read full article
Dorothy McGuire descends "The Spiral Staircase"
By Stephen Reginald on Nov 18, 2020 From Classic Movie ManDorothy McGuire descends "The Spiral Staircase" The Spiral Staircase (1946) is a psychological suspense film directed by Robert Siodmak starring Dorothy McGuire, George Brent, and Ethel Barrymore. Dore Schary produced the film; the screenplay was by Mel Dinelli, the music by Roy Webb, and the c... Read full article
Classic Movie Legend Tribute: Dorothy McGuire
By minooallen on Jun 14, 2012 From Classic Movie Hub BlogHappy Birthday to Classic Movie Legend, Dorothy McGuire, born today, June, 14, 1916! The virtue of humility; that’s what comes to mind when I think of Dorothy McGuire. Her charm did not derive from her looks, though if you think she’s ugly I can’t help but question your taste. Her ... Read full article
Dorothy McGuire
By Art on Jun 14, 2012 From Classic Cinema GoldDorothy Hackett McGuire was born June 14, 1916 in Omaha, Nebraska. McQuire began her acting career on the stage at the Omaha Community Playhouse. Eventually reaching Broadway, she first appeared as an understudy to Martha Scott in “Our Town”, and subsequently starred in the domestic come... Read full article
Happy Birthday Dorothy McGuire
By monty on Jun 14, 2010 From Noir and Chick Flicks(1916-2001) Happy Birthday to Dorothy McGuire Dorothy McGuire Photos My favorite McGuire films are: Claudia (1943) A Tree Grows In Brooklyn (1945) Till The End Of Time (1946) Three Coins in the Fountain (1954) Old Yeller (1957) Swiss Family Robinson (1960)... Read full article
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Dorothy McGuire Quotes:
Father Robinson: What did I tell you? Anything we need, the island will produce it for us, even a girl.
Mother Robinson: *A* girl. But we have three sons.
Ellen: There is something much more important than keeping alive, and that is knowing that you have lived.
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