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Claudette ColbertFrench-American film and theater actress
Date of Birth: 13.09.1903
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Claudette Colbert
Claudette Colbert, a French-American film and theatre actress, was born on September 13, 1903, and passed away on July 30, 1996. She was known for her talent in both the film and theatre industry.
Early Life and Career
Claudette Colbert was born in Saint-Mandé, France. Her father was a well-known banker, while her mother worked as a confectioner. Due to financial difficulties, the family moved to New York when Claudette was only three years old. She attended Irving High School, where she overcame a slight speech defect with the help of her English teacher.
During her teenage years, Claudette had a passion for art and theatre. Her first performances took place at the Provincetown Playhouse. After graduating from high school, she enrolled at New York University, working as a stenographer and a saleswoman to pay for her education. Her dream was to obtain a higher education and become an expert in her field.
In the early 1920s, Claudette Colbert began to take an interest in filmmaking and appeared in various movies. However, her initial film works did not achieve success and went unnoticed. Faced with constant failures and the resulting depression, she contemplated leaving the film industry.
Rise to Fame
In 1929, Claudette's life took a turn when she starred in the film "The Lady Lies," which brought her overwhelming success. In 1934, she played the lead role in the film "Cleopatra." Her portrayal of the main character in the film "It Happened One Night" earned her an Oscar award. In 1938, Claudette Colbert was recognized as the best Hollywood actress and received the highest-paid salary. Esteemed directors sought to cast her as their leading lady.
Later Years
In the 1950s, Claudette Colbert decided to reduce her filming schedule as she grew tired of constant shoots. She wanted to dedicate more time to herself and her loved ones. In 1968, her second husband, Dr. John, passed away. Claudette spent her final years in New York and her estate in Barbados. She passed away in July 1996, surrounded by her close family and friends.
Some of Claudette Colbert's best-known films include "Cleopatra," "The Tarnished Angels," and "It Happened One Night."
