Ann Sothern

January 22nd - Ann Sothern’s birthday.  In 2015 there is 106 years since she was born.


Ann Sothern – a talented actress in film, on radio, television, stage.
She was adaptable throughout career able to transform or change.
In Hollywood Ann had not reached grand stardom or biggest break,
Yet she got recognition for being real, true versus pretentious, fake.

Ann honed her acting, singing, piano playing & music composition.
She seemed to fulfill her career dream, goal, aspiration, ambition.
Gifted and skilled, Sothern succeeded, yet studios didn’t promote
Her as a star, mostly supporting roles she would deliver & devote. 

Ann was enthusiastic focusing on her comic gifts & abilities pursuit.
She was a person to be perceived as strong, independent & astute.
Sothern had gradually progressed professionally, advanced, evolved.
Colleagues and fans appreciated her contribution, respected, loved.

January 22nd - birthday of Ann Sothern, courageous, willful & frank.
She had accomplished of her performances and artistry high rank.
Everybody’s Welcome, America’s Sweetheart’s leading lady shined.
Ann left an imprint on entertainment field & people’s heart & mind.


Copyright©2015 Mila Alper


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