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Jean Harlow

American film actress (1911–1937).

Born March 3rd, 1911 in Kansas City. [ref]

Died June 7th, 1937 at 26 years old in Good Samaritan Hospital (kidney failure). [ref]

Occupations
actor
Wikipedia

The world of film and entertainment was shocked to learn of the sudden passing of actress Jean Harlow on June 7, 1937. She was 26-years old. Harlow was born Harlean Harlow Carpenter in Kansas City, Missouri. She moved to Los Angeles with her mother at the age of 14 and began a career in films at the age of 16. Beloved for her outrageous beauty and smoldering presence, Harlow would memorably star in a series of films during her brief career, including Bombshell, Dinner at Eight, Red Dust, and China Seas. She was frequently photographed by life magazine and became a popular icon of the silver screen. Her death shocked many, and left a mark on the world of entertainment that is still felt to this day. Harlow is remembered for her many memorable performances, and her untimely passing left a cultural void in the world of film and celebrity. She is survived by her family and loved ones, who mourn her passing.

Life is like a very short visit to a toy shop between birth and death. Desmond Morris