Joan Blondell, a beloved actor and icon of the golden age of Hollywood, passed away on December 25, 1979 at the age of 73. She was born Rose Joan Blondell on August 30, 1906 in New York City. Blondell was a beloved presence in many classic films for over 50 years. Her career began as a Broadway chorus girl in the 1920s and 1930s. In 1930, she made her first movie appearance in the film "Advertisement for Murder". She went on to appear in numerous films throughout the 1930s and 1940s, often playing a wisecracking comic relief role. She became an iconic figure and was known for her magnetic presence on screen. As her career progressed, she played more serious parts, such as in the film "The Blue Veil" where she gave an award-winning performance. Blondell was noted for her willingness to take on any role, regardless of how diminutive or seemingly insignificant it may have been. Blondell's influence extended beyond the screen. As an advocate for social welfare issues, she was an active supporter of the March of Dimes. She will be remembered as a grand contributor to the world of cinema for generations to come.