Anne Shirley

Anne Shirley

Actress

Born: April 17, 1918 (75 years old)

Died: July 4, 1993

Place of birth: New York City, New York, USA

Biography

Anne Shirley (born Dawn Evelyeen Paris; April 17, 1918 – July 4, 1993) was an American child, teen, and young adult screen actress. She retired at age 26. Initially appearing in films under the name Dawn O'Day, she changed her name to Anne Shirley (the name of the title character she portrayed) upon the success of the 1934 film Anne of Green Gables.

Filmography (30)