Anne Shirley

Known for Acting

Born

April 17, 1918

Died

July 4, 1993 (75 years old)

Place of Birth

New York City, New York, USA

Also Known As

Dawn O'DayDawn Evelyeen Paris

Biography

Anne Shirley (born Dawn Evelyeen Paris) was an American child, teen, and young adult screen actress. She retired at age 26. Initially appearing in films under the name Dawn O'Day, she changed her name to Anne Shirley (the name of the title character she portrayed) upon the success of the 1934 film Anne of Green Gables.