Movie Actress

Elizabeth Taylor

Dame Elizabeth Taylor was a British-American actress, well-known for her fame in classical Hollywood cinema of the 1950s.

Elizabeth Taylor
Full Name
Dame Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor
Age
79
Birth Date
February 27, 1932
Death Date
3/23/2011
Life Range
(1932-2011)
Zodiac
Pisces
Born
England
Height
5′ 2″

About

Elizabeth Taylor was a legendary British actress, known for iconic performances in films such as "Cleopatra", "A Place in the Sun" and "Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf". She won two Academy Awards for her work, and was also lauded for her dedication to activist causes related to HIV/AIDS, homelessness, youth, and the environment.

Elizabeth Taylor Timeline

1932
Elizabeth Taylor is Born
On February 27, 1932, Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor was born in Hampstead Garden Suburb, London, England.
1942
Hollywood Debut
At the age of 10, Taylor made her film debut in a minor role in the film ‘There’s One Born Every Minute.’
1950
Wins Academy Award for Butterfield 8
In 1950, Taylor won her first Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in ‘Butterfield 8.’
1957
Marries Michael Wilding
Taylor married English actor Michael Wilding on February 21, 1957. The couple had two sons together.
1960
Wins Academy Award for BUtterfield 8
Taylor won her second Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in ‘BUtterfield 8’.
1967
Receives Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Taylor received the 2,328th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1967.
2011
Passes Away at Age 79
On March 23, 2011, Elizabeth Taylor passed away at the age of 79 from congestive heart failure.

5 Interesting Facts about Elizabeth Taylor

1.

Academy Award Winner

Elizabeth Taylor won an Oscar in 1960 for her performance in the movie "Butterfield 8". She was also nominated for best actress five other times.

2.

Married 8 Times

Elizabeth Taylor married a total of eight times to seven different men. Her marriages lasted anywhere from nine months to 10 years.

3.

Owned the Most Famous Diamonds in the World

Elizabeth Taylor owned some of the most famous diamonds in the world, including the 33.19 carat Krupp diamond and the 69.42 carat pear shaped Taylor-Burton diamond.

4.

Established a Charity

Elizabeth Taylor was an active philanthropist and established her own charity, the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, to raise money for HIV/AIDS research.

5.

First Female Billionaire in Hollywood

Elizabeth Taylor became the first female billionaire in Hollywood after leveraging her brand and business savvy.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Elizabeth Taylor birthday?

Elizabeth Taylor, a British-American movie actress, was born on February 27, 1932 and died on March 23, 2011 at the age of 79. She was best known for her beauty and iconic roles in films such as Cleopatra, Giant, and Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?. Elizabeth won two Academy Awards and was the first actress to receive more than one million dollars for a movie role.

What is the Net Worth of Elizabeth Taylor?

Elizabeth Taylor has an estimated net worth of $600M. She was a renowned actress, businesswoman, and humanitarian who had an illustrious career in the entertainment industry. Her wealth came from her film, television, and stage acting roles, as well as screenwriting, directing, and producing ventures. She also had product endorsements and lucrative business deals.