Obituary of Alan Ladd

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Alan Ladd

Alan Ladd (born September 3rd, 1913 in Hot Springs, Arkansas) was an Film Actor who was best known for being cast in movies produced in the 1940s and early 1950s, particularly in films noir and Westerns. Alan died on January 29th, 1964 and his death was possibly because of an overdose of "alcohol and several other drugs". He was 50 years old.

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Alan Ladd Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Ladd, Alan
    • Common Name: Alan Ladd
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States
    • Birth Date: September 03, 1913
    • Age: 50 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Laddie
    • Occupation: Film Actor
    • Active Years: 1932-1964
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Tyson Chicken Nuggets
    • Favorite Color: Purple
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
    • Favorite Actor: Tom Holland

    Alan's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Alan Walbridge Ladd
    • Father:
    • Mother:
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Sue Carol (married 15 March 1942-29 January 1964, his death)
      • Marjorie Jane Harrold (married October 1936-divorced 1941)
    • Son(s):
      • Alan Ladd Jr. (born 1937)
      • David Ladd (born February 05, 1947)
      • Kelliann Ladd
    • Daughter(s):
      • Tracy Ladd
      • Amanda Ladd Jones
      • Chelsea Ladd

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 29 1964 at age 50
  • Place: Palm Springs, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Overdose (Accidental)
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held on 1 February 1964
  • Interment: Buried in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Glendale, California

Category Tags:

Film ActorAmerican Born on September 3rd Born in 1913 Born in Arkansas Died in 1964 Died at age 50 Died from Overdose

Quotable Quotes:

"I have the face of an aging choirboy and the build of an undernourished featherweight. If you can figure out my success on the screen you're a better man than I." (IMDB)

"Alan Ladd led an extraordinary life, captivating audiences with his charisma and talent on screen, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of cinema. (V)"

"Alan Ladd had a successful professional life as an American actor, known for his roles in film noir and westerns, but tragically passed away at a relatively young age. (V)"

Is Mr. Alan Ladd still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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