Douglass Montgomery
Actor

Douglass Montgomery Net Worth

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Douglass Montgomery was a successful actor in the 1930s, appearing in films such as Paid (1930) and Little Women (1933). His career was interrupted by WWII, during which he enlisted with the Canadian infantry and served for four years. After the war, he returned to acting but was scarcely noticed, appearing in a few British films and some television work before his death in 1966.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actor, Soundtrack, Writer
Birth Day October 29, 1907
Birth Place  Los Angeles, California, United States
Age 113 YEARS OLD
Died On July 23, 1966(1966-07-23) (aged 58)\nNorwalk, Connecticut, US
Birth Sign Scorpio
Other names Kent Douglas
Years active 1926-1957
Spouse(s) Kay Young (1952-1966) (his death)

💰 Net worth: $17 Million (2024)

Douglass Montgomery, a well-known actor, soundtrack artist, and writer hailing from the United States, is set to amass an impressive net worth of $17 million by 2024. With a successful career spanning across various creative domains, Montgomery has carved a niche for himself in the entertainment industry. Known for his exceptional talent, he has garnered a substantial fortune through his acting endeavors, contributions to soundtracks, and writings. As his net worth continues to flourish, Douglass Montgomery remains a prominent figure in the world of entertainment, leaving a lasting impact on audiences worldwide.

Biography/Timeline

1930

He began his career in Hollywood at MGM in 1930, playing the second male lead in films such as "Paid" and "Five and Dime". When he signed his contract at the studio his name was changed to Kent Douglass, to avoid confusion with that studio's star Robert Montgomery. Upon leaving MGM in 1932, he changed it back to Douglass Montgomery.

1933

Among his most celebrated roles was Laurie in Little Women (1933), opposite Katharine Hepburn's Jo March. He also played Johnny Hollis ("Johnny-in-the-Clouds") in The Way to the Stars (1945).

1934

In 1934, Montgomery was the victim of a murder attempt.

1952

Montgomery married British Actress Kay Young (born Kathleen Tamar Young) on March 14, 1952 at Bethlehem Federated Church. He was her second husband. Young had divorced film actor Michael Wilding the year before she wed Montgomery. (Wilding remarried in 1952, to Hollywood star Elizabeth Taylor.) Young and Montgomery remained married until his death.

1966

Douglass Montgomery died of spinal cancer in Norwalk, Connecticut, aged 58, on July 23, 1966. He was cremated, with his ashes given to his widow.

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