Douglas fairbanks sr biography for kids
Douglas fairbanks sr biography for kids
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Douglas Fairbanks Sr.
| American actor, one of the biggest stars of the silent film era Date of Birth: Country: USA |
Content:
- Early Life and Career
- Theatrical Career and Marriage
- Film Breakthrough with Triangle Pictures
- United Artists and the Golden Age of Hollywood
- Costume Dramas and Iconic Roles
- Later Career and Personal Life
- Legacy and Death
Early Life and Career
Douglas Elton Ulman, known professionally as Douglas Fairbanks, was born on May 23, , in Denver, Colorado.
His father was a wealthy businessman and lawyer. From a young age, Fairbanks excelled in sports and took an interest in theater. Despite attending Harvard University, he soon pursued his acting ambitions, financed by his own savings.
Theatrical Career and Marriage
In , Fairbanks made his Broadway debut, using the stage name "Douglas Fairbanks." In , he married Anna Beth Sully, a wealthy heiress.
They had a son, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., in However, the couple's financial security was threate