John Gilbert
(1897-1936)
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John Gilbert (born John Cecil Pringle; July 10, 1897 – January 9, 1936) was an American actor, screenwriter and director. He rose to fame during the silent film era and became a popular leading man known as "The Great Lover". His legendary breakthrough came in 1925 with his starring roles in The Merry Widow and The Big Parade. At the height of his career, Gilbert rivaled Rudolph Valentino as a box office draw.
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John Cecil Pringle 10 July 1897 Logan, Utah
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9 January 1936 (aged 38) Los Angeles, CA
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| Zodiac | Cancer |
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Leatrice Joy Gilbert Fountain 1st child with Leatrice Joy Female b. 6 Sep 1924 d. 20 Jan 2015 Age: 90 (at death) 1924-2015 American, Actress
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