Judy Garland (born Frances Ethel Gumm; June 10, 1922 – June 22, 1969) was an American actress, singer, and vaudevillian. Known for her powerful contralto voice, emotional depth, and versatility, Garland amassed several screen and stage credits across 45 years, rising to international fame as Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz (1939).

Apr 3, 2014 · Actress and singer Judy Garland was the star of many classic musical films, including 'The Wizard of Oz,' and known for her tremendous talent and troubled life.

Mar 17, 2025 · Judy Garland, American singer and actress whose exceptional talents and vulnerabilities combined to make her one of the most enduringly popular Hollywood icons of the 20th century. Among her most notable films are The Wizard of Oz (1939), Meet Me in St. Louis (1944), and A Star Is Born (1954).

Oct 1, 2020 · Judy Garland 's life was marked with tragedy from beginning to end. Even before she traveled down the yellow brick road in The Wizard of Oz, she had to confront a difficult family life—including...

Judy Garland. Actress: The Wizard of Oz. One of the brightest, most tragic movie stars of Hollywood's Golden Era, Judy Garland was a much-loved character whose warmth and spirit, along with her rich and exuberant voice, kept theatre …

Jan 14, 2021 · A year prior to her death at age 47 due to an accidental overdose of barbiturates, Judy Garland was living in the glare of the media spotlight as she had done for almost her entire life.

May 21, 2023 · Judy Garland’s childhood seemed like it could have been ripped from a movie much darker than the cheery, hopeful films she usually starred in. Born Frances Gumm in a vaudeville family, Garland had a classic stage mother. Ethel Gumm was often critical and demanding. She was allegedly the first one to give her daughter pills to pep up her ...

Mar 17, 2025 · The Judy Garland Museum's efforts to buy back the slippers at auction ultimately failed, despite being bolstered by $100,000 set aside by state lawmakers. The slippers were one of several pairs ...

Judy Garland (born Frances Ethel Gumm; June 10, 1922 – June 22, 1969) was an Oscar-nominated American film actress and singer, best known for her role as Dorothy Gale from The Wizard of Oz. Garland's singing voice had a natural vibrato, which she was able to maintain at an extremely low volume.

Jul 7, 2004 · View a timeline of the life and career of the legendary entertainer Judy Garland.