Julie Andrews

Description: (English Actress, Singer and Author)

A legendary figure in the world of entertainment, Julie Andrews is a dynamic and talented actor. A ‘Golden Globe’ and ‘Academy Award’ winning star, Andrews enjoyed success on Broadway, London theatres, award-winning films, and television shows. She has also recorded albums and is an acclaimed children’s book author. She is the recipient of the prestigious ‘Kennedy Center Honors.’ Furthermore, Queen Elizabeth II bestowed upon her the title of ‘Dame.’ She is also the Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations’ ‘UNIFEM’ program. She is best known for her role in the ‘Walt Disney’ blockbuster ‘Mary Poppins.’ Some of her other films include ‘The Sound of Music,’ 'Thoroughly Modern Millie,' 'Victor/Victoria,' ‘The Princess Diaries,’ and ‘The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement.’ Some of her notable television works include ‘The Julie Andrews Hour,’ ‘The Julie Andrews Show,’ and ‘Julie.’ Her autobiography ‘Home: A Memoir of My Early Years’ was a ‘New York Times’ Best Seller. Equipped with a fighter’s spirit, she sailed through numerous setbacks to establish herself as a successful and popular performer in the entertainment industry.

Overview

Birthday October 1, 1935 (Libra)
Born In England
Alternative names Dame Julie Andrews, Julia Elizabeth Wells
Height 173 cm
Spouse/Ex- Blake Edwards (m. 1969–2010), Tony Walton (m. 1959–1967)
Parents Edward Charles Wells
Barbara Ward Wells
Children Amy Edwards, Emma Walton Hamilton, Joanna Edwards
Relatives Amy Edwards, Celia Wells, Christopher Stuart, Emma Walton Hamilton, Joanna Edwards

Did you know

What famous role did Julie Andrews play in the 1965 film The Sound of Music? Julie Andrews played the role of Maria von Trapp in "The Sound of Music."
In what year did Julie Andrews receive her first Academy Award nomination? Julie Andrews received her first Academy Award nomination in 1965, for her role in "Mary Poppins."
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