Greer Garson was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Goodbye, Mr. Chips, Mrs. Miniver, and Pride and Prejudice.
Personal and Family Life
Greer Garson was born on September 29, 1904, in London, England. Her parents were Nancy Sophia Greer and George Garson, a commercial clerk. She was educated at the University of London and initially aimed to be a teacher. However, she eventually found her passion in acting and appeared in local plays before making her film debut.
Career Highlights
Garson’s career took off after she signed with MGM, starring in popular films such as Goodbye, Mr. Chips (1939) and winning an Academy Award for Best Actress for Mrs. Miniver (1942). She received a total of six Oscar nominations throughout her career, demonstrating her talent and popularity during Hollywood’s Golden Age. After leaving MGM in 1954, she continued to appear in films, but her later works were less acclaimed compared to her earlier successes.
Death and Legacy
Greer Garson passed away on April 6, 1996, in Dallas, Texas, due to heart failure. She is remembered as one of the great actresses of her time, known for her strong performances and grace on screen. Garson’s contributions to film and her memorable roles have left a lasting impact on cinema history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Random Harvest | 1942-12-17 | Paula |
| The Happiest Millionaire | 1967-11-30 | Cordelia Biddle |
| Mrs. Miniver | 1942-07-03 | Mrs. Miniver |
| Goodbye, Mr. Chips | 1939-07-28 | Katherine ‘Kathy’ |
| That Forsyte Woman | 1949-11-03 | Irene Forsyte |
| The Valley of Decision | 1945-05-03 | Mary Rafferty |
| Madame Curie | 1943-12-16 | Marie Curie |
| Pride and Prejudice | 1940-07-26 | Elizabeth Bennet |
| Adventure | 1945-12-28 | Emily Sears |
| The Singing Nun | 1966-03-17 | Mother Prioress |
| Mrs. Parkington | 1944-10-12 | Susie Parkington |
| The Miniver Story | 1950-10-26 | Kay Miniver |
| Sunrise at Campobello | 1960-09-28 | Eleanor Roosevelt |
| Desire Me | 1947-10-31 | Marise Aubert |
| When Ladies Meet | 1941-08-29 | Mrs. Claire Woodruff |
| Blossoms in the Dust | 1941-08-15 | Edna Gladney |