What is the biography of Doris Day Hancox, including her age, net worth, and relationships?

 Doris Day Hancox, commonly known as Doris Day, was an American actress, singer, and animal rights activist.   A brief summary of  her biography, including her age, net worth, and relationships:

Early Life and Career:

Full Name: Doris Mary Ann Kappelhoff

Born: April 3, 1922, in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA

Died: May 13, 2019, in Carmel Valley Village, California, USA, at the age of 97.

Doris Day rose to fame as one of the most popular actresses and singers of the 1950s and 1960s. She initially gained recognition as a big band singer in the late 1930s, later transitioning to Hollywood in the 1940s. Her breakthrough came in 1948 with the film Romance on the High Seas. She was known for her wholesome, girl-next-door image and became one of the top box office stars of the 1950s.

Notable Career Highlights:

Iconic Films: Some of her most well-known films include Pillow Talk (1959), Calamity Jane (1953), The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956), and Love Me or Leave Me (1955).

Music Career: Doris Day also had a successful singing career, with hits like Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be), which won an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1956.

Net Worth:

At the time of her death in 2019, Doris Day's net worth was estimated to be around $200 million. Her wealth stemmed from her successful acting career, music sales, and business ventures, including her animal charity.

Relationships:

Doris Day was married four times throughout her life:

1. Al Jorden (1941–1943): Day’s first marriage was to trombonist Al Jorden. They had a tumultuous relationship, and Day later stated that she suffered physical abuse during this marriage.


2. George Weidler (1946–1949): Her second marriage was to saxophonist George Weidler, which ended in divorce after three years.

3. Martin Melcher (1951–1968): Day’s third marriage was to producer Martin Melcher. They were married until his death in 1968. Melcher played a significant role in shaping her career, though she later discovered he had mismanaged her finances, which caused her financial difficulties.

4. Barry Comden (1976–1981): Day's fourth and final marriage was to restaurateur Barry Comden. They divorced after five years.

Despite her tumultuous personal life, Day was known for her grace and resilience, both on and off the screen.

Later Years and Legacy:

In her later years, Doris Day became a passionate animal rights advocate. She founded the Doris Day Animal Foundation in 1978, which is dedicated to the protection of animals. She spent much of her final years living in Carmel, California, where she continued her activism.

Doris Day’s legacy as one of Hollywood’s brightest stars and a devoted advocate for animals endures. She left behind a lasting impact on both the entertainment industry and the world of animal welfare.