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Shirley Temple

📅 1928–2014 (Died at age 86)

Full Name: Shirley Jane Temple

Stage Name: Shirley Temple

Nickname: America’s Little Darling

Born: April 23, 1928 – Santa Monica, California, USA

Died: February 10, 2014 – Woodside, California, USA

IMDb Profile: Shirley Temple on IMDb ↗

🎬 Movies featuring Shirley Temple:

📘 Biography

Shirley Temple was one of the most famous child stars in Hollywood history. She rose to fame during the Great Depression, bringing joy and hope to millions through her charismatic on-screen presence, golden curls, and cheerful singing and dancing.

Temple began her film career at the age of three and became a household name by the mid-1930s with hits like Bright Eyes (1934), Curly Top (1935), and Heidi (1937). She was the top box-office draw in America for four consecutive years (1935–1938) and received a special Academy Juvenile Award in 1935.

After retiring from acting as a teenager, Temple transitioned to public service, becoming a U.S. diplomat. She served as the United States Ambassador to Ghana and later to Czechoslovakia. Her life was a rare combination of entertainment success and public service excellence.

📽️ Full Filmography

Some of Shirley Temple’s most beloved films include:

  • Bright Eyes (1934) – Featured her iconic performance of “On the Good Ship Lollipop.”
  • Curly Top (1935) – One of her most successful family musicals.
  • Heidi (1937) – A classic adaptation of the beloved children’s novel.
  • The Little Colonel (1935) – Known for her tap dance duet with Bill “Bojangles” Robinson.
  • The Little Princess (1939) – Her first Technicolor film, showcasing her emotional range.

Note: For a full list of her credits, visit Shirley Temple’s IMDb filmography.