Obituary of Jean Arthur

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Jean Arthur

Jean Arthur (born October 17th, 1900 in Plattsburgh, New York) was a Film Actress who was best known for acting in many silent films in the 1920s thru until the 1950s. Jean died on June 19th, 1991 and her death was possibly because of heart failure. She was 90 years old at her death.

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Jean Arthur Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Arthur, Jean
    • Common Name: Jean Arthur
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Plattsburgh, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: October 17, 1900
    • Age: 90 (at death)
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1923-1975
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Franks Hot Sauce
    • Favorite Color: Lilac
    • Favorite Scent: Creed Aventus
    • Favorite Actor: Emily Blunt

    Jean's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Gladys Georgianna Greene
    • Father: Hubert Sidney Greene
    • Mother: Johanna Augusta Nelson
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Frank Ross (married 11 June 1932-divorced 14 March 1949)
      • Julian Ancker (married 1928-annulled 1928)

Death Notice:

  • Date: June 19 1991 at age 90
  • Place: Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart failure
  • Interment: Cremated, and her remains were scattered off the coast of Point Lobos, California

Category Tags:

Film ActressTV Actress American Born on October 17th Born in 1900 Born in New York Died in 1991 Died at age 90 Died from Heart failure

Quotable Quotes:

"It's a strenuous job every day of your life to live up to the way you look on the screen." (IMDB)

"Jean Arthur lived a life filled with talent, grace, and charm, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and captivate audiences. (V)"

"Jean Arthur had a successful professional career in Hollywood, spanning over several decades, before she retired from acting and remained out of the public eye until her death. (V)"

Is Ms. Jean Arthur still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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