Terry-thomas Blue Plaque
Thomas Terry Hoar Stevens, better known by his stage name Terry-Thomas, was…
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Ava Gardner 1922-1990 Film Star lived and died here
About This Blue Plaque
Ava Gardner, the glamorous and talented film star of Hollywood’s Golden Age, lived and died at 34 Ennismore Gardens in London’s posh Kensington and Chelsea borough. Born in North Carolina in 1922, Gardner’s striking beauty and undeniable acting chops propelled her to stardom in the 1940s and 50s.
Gardner’s career spanned over four decades, during which she starred in classic films like “The Killers” (1946), “Show Boat” (1951), and “The Night of the Iguana” (1964). Her smoldering on-screen presence and high-profile romances with fellow stars like Frank Sinatra and Mickey Rooney often made headlines.
In her later years, Gardner made London her home, settling into a flat at 34 Ennismore Gardens. The borough of Kensington and Chelsea, known for its elegant architecture and prestigious residences, provided a fitting backdrop for the star. Gardner passed away here in 1990 at the age of 67. In 2016, a blue plaque was unveiled at her former residence, ensuring that her legacy as a screen icon lives on in the heart of London.
Plaque Details
Subject:
Ava Gardner Gardner (1922-1990), ["actor"]
Address:
34 Ennismore Gardens
Borough:
Kensington and Chelsea
Year Erected:
2016
Colour:
Blue
Organisations:
Administered by english heritage as part of the london wide plaque scheme, english heritage
Location
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