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Shirley Temple is an icon of an entire era of classic American films. Shirley Jane Temple's net worth at time of death was $30 million dollars.
She was born on the 23rd of April 1928, and first appeared at the age of six in Bright Eyes. This early role skyrocketed her to stardom, and propelled her into such major motion pictures as Heidi and Curly Top. The ultimate child star, she peaked at a young age while appearing as an endearing, little curly haired girl who could sing and tap dance.
After captivating America's hearts as a child she used her fame for endorsement purposes, but stopped in her early twenties to take a break from the spotlight. Temple also became a US Ambassador later in life.
Shirley Temple is an actress, singer, and dancer, was the epitome of an age. To this day her childhood role continues to make the lion's share of her earnings.
Earnings & Financial Data
Date |
Category |
Description |
Amount |
---|---|---|---|
1947 |
Salary |
Salary from Fort Apache |
$110,000 |
1943 |
Salary |
Weekly salary from Since You Went Away |
$2,500 |
1936 |
Contract |
Per film earnings from her contract with 20th Century-Fox |
$50,000 |
1935 |
Salary |
Earnings from Temple merchandise |
$200,000 |
1933 |
Salary |
Weekly salary from Pardon My Pups ($35,000 bonus at the end of each film to be held in trust until contract is over+$250/wk for her mother) |
$1,000 |
1933 |
Salary |
Weekly salary from Stand Up and Cheer! |
$75 |
1932 |
Salary |
Weekly salary from Kid in Hollywood |
$150 |
1931 |
Salary |
Salary from Red-Haired Alibi for two days |
$50 |