Shirley Temple
A- Birthday
- April 23, 1928
- Age
- 97
- Height
- 0'0" (0 cm)
- Net Worth
- $30M
About
Shirley Temple Black was an American actress, singer, dancer, politician, and diplomat. She achieved immense fame as a child actress, becoming Hollywood's top box-office draw in the 1930s. Later in life, she transitioned to a successful career in public service. Temple served as a United States Ambassador to Ghana and Czechoslovakia, and as Chief of Protocol of the United States.
Career Timeline
Child Star Breakthrough
Achieves massive fame as a child actress.
Fading Movie Career
Popularity wanes as she grows older.
Runs for Congress
Unsuccessfully runs for U.S. Congress.
Appointed to UN Delegation
Begins her diplomatic career.
Ambassador to Ghana
Serves as U.S. Ambassador to Ghana.
Ambassador to Czechoslovakia
Appointed U.S. Ambassador to Czechoslovakia.
Legacy as Icon and Diplomat
Remembered both as a beloved child star and accomplished diplomat.
