Judy Garland

0:03 Callarogu Shark Media. Greetings, trivia fans. I'm Mark Allison, and today we're celebrating what would have been the one hundred third birthday of legendary entertainer Judy Garland. Question one, What was Judy Garland's birth name before she became a Hollywood star? Question two? In what nineteen thirty nine film did Judy Garland first perform over the Rainbow, which became her signature song. Question three? How old was Judy Garland when she starred in that nineteen thirty nine film. Question four? For which nineteen fifty four film did Judy Garland receive her only Academy Award nomination for Best Actress? Question five? What iconic venue did Judy Garland perform at for a famous nineteen sixty one concert that was recorded as a live album and later adapted into a documentary. We'll be right back with these show stopping answers after this break. Welcome back, trivia fans. Let's reveal today's answers. Question one, What was

1:35 Judy Garland's birth name? Answer? Francis Ethel Gum born in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. She performed with her sisters as the Gum's Sisters before changing her stage name to Judy Garland in nineteen thirty four. The name Judy came from a popular song, while Garland was suggested by George Jessel. Question two, in what film did Garland first perform? For the Rainbow? Answer? The Wizard of Oz. This nineteen thirty nine MGM musical made Garland a star at age sixteen. The song, written by Harold Darlin and e y Yep Harburg, was nearly cut from the film, but became one of the most beloved songs in movie history. Question three, How old was Garland when she starred in The Wizard of Oz? Answer sixteen years old. Despite her youth, Garland's performance as Dorothy established her as a major Hollywood talent. She received a Special Juvenile Academy Award for her performance and for being the Best Juvenile Performer of the year. Question four, For which film did Garland receive her only OSCAR nomination? Answer?

2:47 A Star Is Born nineteen fifty four. Her powerful performance as aspiring actress Vicky Lester in this musical drama showcased her dramatic range alongside her singing ability. Despite critical acclaim, she lost to Grace Kelly for the country girl. Question five, What iconic venue hosted Garland's famous nineteen sixty one concert. Answer Carnegie Hall. Her April twenty third, nineteen sixty one concert is considered one of the greatest live performances in entertainment history. The recording became a best selling album and won five Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year. The concert marked a major comeback in her career. That concludes today's five daily trivia questions. I'm Mark Ellison, and today's questions were crafted with the help of AI technology. If you'd like to enjoy five daily trivia questions without ads, check the link in our show notes or visit caalaroga dot com slash plus see you tomorrow.