Terry Moore
Terry Moore (born Helen Luella Koford; January 7, 1929) is an American actress who began her career as a child actor. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Come Back, Little Sheba (1952).
Terry Moore | |
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 Moore in 1947 | |
| Born | Helen Luella Koford January 7, 1929 Glendale, California, U.S. |
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| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1940–present |
| Spouses | Eugene McGrath
(m. 1956; div. 1959)Stuart Cramer
(m. 1959; div. 1970)Richard Carey
(m. 1979; div. 1980)Jerry Rivers
(m. 1992; died 2001) |
| Partner | Howard Hughes (1949–1976; disputed marriage) |
| Children | 2, including Grant Cramer |
Early Life and Career
changeMoore was born on January 7, 1929, in Glendale, California, and raised in a Mormon family in Los Angeles.[1]
She began her acting career in the early 1940s as a child actor, appearing in films such as The Howards of Virginia (1940) and Gaslight (1944), where she portrayed a younger version of Ingrid Bergman's character. During this time, she also worked in radio, most notably on The Smiths of Hollywood.
Rise to Fame
changeIn 1948, Moore signed a contract with Columbia Pictures, where she adopted the stage name "Terry." She gained recognition for her performances in Mighty Joe Young (1949) and The Great Rupert (1950). Her role in Come Back, Little Sheba earned her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress nomination, solidifying her status as a Hollywood star.
Notable Films and Television
changeMoore starred in numerous notable films during the 1950s, including Beneath the 12-Mile Reef (1953) and King of the Khyber Rifles (1953). Her television appearances included guest roles on The Ford Television Theatre, Playhouse 90, and The Virginian.
In the 1980s, Moore made appearances in shows such as Knight Rider and The Love Boat. At age 55, she posed for Playboy in 1984, which drew considerable media attention.
Personal Life
changeMoore's personal life was often in the spotlight. Her relationships included a disputed marriage to billionaire Howard Hughes and five documented marriages, resulting in two children, one of whom is actor Grant Cramer.[2][3]
Legacy
changeTerry Moore remains an enduring figure in Hollywood, celebrated for her versatility as an actress and her contributions to American cinema over a career spanning eight decades.
References
change- ↑ "Terry Moore". Los Angeles Times. Hollywood Star Walk. Archived from the original on December 17, 2022.
- ↑ "Howard Hughes Kept Scores of Secrets, and Terry Moore Claims She Was One of Them". People.com. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
- ↑ "The Telegraph - Google News Archive Search". news.google.com. Retrieved December 1, 2024.