About
Jean Harlow (born Harlean Harlow Carpenter; March 3, 1911 – June 7, 1937) was an American actress. Known for her portrayal of "bad girl" characters, she was the leading sex symbol of the early 1930s and one of the defining figures of the pre-Code era of American cinema. Often nicknamed the "Blonde Bombshell" and the "Platinum Blonde", Harlow was popular for her "Laughing Vamp" screen persona. Though her screen persona changed dramatically during her career, one constant was her sense of humor. She was given superior movie roles to show off her looks and nascent comedic talent. Harlow was in the film industry for only nine years, but she became one of the biggest stars in the US, whose image in the public eye has endured. Harlow was consistently voted one of the strongest box office draws in the United States from 1933 onward, often surpassing that of MGM's top leading ladies, such as...
Known for
ScarfaceMovie • 1932
The Public EnemyMovie • 1931
That's Entertainment!Movie • 1974
That's Entertainment! IIIMovie • 1994
Hell's AngelsMovie • 1930
Dinner at EightMovie • 1933
Wife vs. SecretaryMovie • 1936
That's Entertainment, Part IIMovie • 1976
BombshellMovie • 1933
Red DustMovie • 1932
China SeasMovie • 1935
Libeled LadyMovie • 1936
SaratogaMovie • 1937
Beau HunksMovie • 1931
Bacon GrabbersMovie • 1929
The Love ParadeMovie • 1929
The Beast of the CityMovie • 1932
Becoming MarilynMovie • 2022
Red-Headed WomanMovie • 1932
Platinum BlondeMovie • 1931
Double WhoopeeMovie • 1929
Hold Your ManMovie • 1933
SuzyMovie • 1936
Iron ManMovie • 1931