Judy Garland's early life and career laid the foundation for her future success and challenges. From her early performances with her sisters to her signing with MGM, these years shaped her path to stardom.
Birth
June 10, 1922
Judy Garland was born Frances Ethel Gumm in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.
First Performance
1924
At age 2 1/2, Frances made her debut at the New Grand Theatre in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, operated by her parents.
First Rave Review
1932
At age 10, she received her first rave review from the entertainment news magazine "Variety".
Signing with MGM
1935
In September, Judy Garland was signed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) without a screen test, marking the beginning of her film career.
