Obituary of Gloria Swanson

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Gloria Swanson

Gloria May Josephine Swanson (born March 27, 1899 in Chicago, Illinois) was a film actress, film producer, and businessperson who was best known for gaining fame in many silent films in the 1920s. Gloria died on April 4, 1983 and her death was because of a heart ailment. She died eight days after her 84th birthday.

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Gloria Swanson Biography Wiki:

    • Religion: Lutheran
    • Political Affiliation: Republican
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Fritos Chips
    • Favorite Color: Lime
    • Favorite Scent: Black Opium Eau de Parfum
    • Favorite Actor: Jack Nicholson

    Gloria's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Gloria May Josephine Swanson
    • Father: Joseph Theodore Swanson (né Svensson)
    • Mother: Adelaide Swanson (née Klanowski)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Wallace Beery (married 1916-divorced 1918)
      • Howard K. Somborn (married 1919-divorced 1922)
      • Henry de La Falaise (married 1925-divorced 1931)
      • Michael Farmer (married 1931-divorced 1934)
      • William Davey (married 1945-divorced 1946)
      • William Duffy (married 1976-1983, her death)
    • Son(s):
      • Joseph Patrick Swanson (1922-1975)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Gloria Somborn Daly
      • Michelle Bridget Farmer

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 04 1983 at age 84
  • Place: New York City, New York, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart disease
  • Interment: Cremated and ashes interred at the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest in New York City

Category Tags:

Film ActressFilm Producer Businessperson American Born on March 27th Born in 1899 Born in Illinois Died in 1983 Died at age 84 Died from Heart disease

Quotable Quotes:

"I have decided that when I am a star, I will be every inch and every moment a star." (IMDB)

"Gloria Swanson lived a glamorous and vibrant life, leaving behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. (V)"

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Wiki Page Updated: 2024-05-29 16:43:06
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