John Bowers

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John Bowers

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Began working in films from 1916, becoming a a star within five years of his debut. His frequent co-star was was Marguerite de la Motte, whom he later married. The advent of sound effectively ended his career. Shortly after attending a party, the distraught 50-year-old Bowers committed suicide by rowing into the Pacific Ocean and drowning himself. It is commonly believed that his demise was the inspiration for the similar death of fictional film star Norman Maine in both the 1937 and 1954 versions of "A Star is Born."
  • When was
    John Bowers born?

    John Bowers was born on Friday, December 25, 1885

  • Where was
    John Bowers born?

    John Bowers was born in Garrett, Indiana, USA

  • How old was
    John Bowers when they died?

    John Bowers was 51

  • When did John Bowers die?

    John Bowers died on
    Tuesday, November 17, 1936

  • How tall is John Bowers?

    John Bowers is 6'(1.83m)


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