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Who was Jane Russell?

Jane Russell was an American film actress.

Additionally, she did her first film role in 1943, in the movie The Outlaw.

In 1947, she delved into music before returning to films.

After starring in several films in the 1950s, including Gentlemen Prefer Blondes in 1953, she again returned to music while completing several other films in the 1960s.

In addition, she also starred in more than 20 films throughout her career.

Jane Russell: Childhood, Education, and Family

Jane Russell was born on June 21, 1921, in Bemidji, Minnesota, the United States. She was born Ernestine Jane.

Her father’s name was Roy William Russell and her mother’s name was Geraldine Jacobi. Her father was a Military Officer, and her mother was an actress.

Jane Russell has four siblings namely, James H. Russell, Kenneth Russell, Wally Russell, and Thomas Russell.

She belongs to the American nationality and her ethnicity is unknown.

Her birth sign was Cancer. Talking about her education, she attended Van Nuys High School.

Jane Russell: Early Professional Career, Salary, and Net Worth

In talking about her profession, her big break came in the most bizarre of situations when she was picked by director Howard Hughes.

Subsequently, she also signed a seven-year contract with Hughes.

Besides that, Jane Russell also came up with a 78 rpm album for Columbia Records, titled, ‘Let’s Put Out the Lights.

In 1950, she also recorded a duet, ‘Kisses and Tears’, with Frank Sinatra and The Modernaires for the film, ‘Double Dynamite’.

In 1952, she also appeared in the film ‘The Las Vegas Story.

In the same year, she also appeared in a cameo role in the film, ‘Road to Bali and in the films Montana Belle’ and ‘Son of Paleface’.

In 1956, Jane Russell also acted in the films, ‘Hot Blood’ and ‘The Revolt of Mamie Stover, both of which showcased her talent as a fine actress.

Additionally, she also followed this up with the film, ‘The Fuzzy Pink Nightgown’.

In 1957, she also debuted as a successful singer and solo performer at the Sands Hotel in Las Vegas.

In addition, she also followed this up by performing in the US, Canada, Mexico, South America, and Europe.

In 1959, she came up with her self-titled solo LP on MGM Records.

In 1964, she returned to the big screen with the film, ‘Fate is the Hunter’.

In the movie, she also performed as herself for the USO in a flashback scene.

Similarly, Jane Russell also followed this up with four more movies titled, ‘Johnny Reno’, ‘Waco’, ‘Born Losers’ and ‘Darker than Amber’.

In 1971, she also made her Broadway debut with the musical drama, ‘Company’.

In 1985, she also turned into a writer and penned her autobiography, ‘Jane Russell: My Path and My Detours.’

She won the Berlin International Film Festival Award, she won Golden Apple Award for Most Cooperative Actress.

Likewise, she won the Golden Boot Award. Then she won the Marco Island Film Festival.

Additionally, she won the Walk of Fame Award for Motion Picture. She earns a decent amount of salary.

Her net worth was around $40 million as of 2022.

Jane Russell: Rumors and Controversy

There was a rumor that Jane Russell was buried at Santa Barbara Cemetery, she was in fact cremated at Santa Barbara Cemetery and her ashes were scattered at sea.

Jane Russell: Body Measurements

On talking about her body measurements, Jane has a height of 5 feet 7 inches.

Additionally, Jane Russell weighs is 59Kg. In addition, she has a measurement of 38-24-36 inches.

Jane’s hair color is black and her eye color is brown.

Jane Russell: Social Media

Talking about her social media, Jane Russell is not active on any social media like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Jane Russell: Death

Jane Russell died on February 28, 2011, at the age of 89 in Santa Maria, California, United States.

The cause of her death was Shortness of breath.

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Reference: (Wikipedia)

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