Between Shirley's spunky curls, penetrating
eyes, spontaneous actions, and her optimistic smile that could
melt the heart of every American during the Depression, Temple
was a shoe-in for child-star success. She was the number one
box office star, from 1935-1938. Her can-do-attitude only made
others feel guilty for ever having a doubtful thought. People
stood in awe as she swept audiences off their feet in roles
with stars like Bill "Bojangles" Robinson.
Some of the movies that made her famous are
"Little Miss Marker" (1934), "The Little Colonel"
(1935), "Heidi" (1937), "Wee Willie Winkie"
(1937), and "The Little Princess" (1939), which was
her last blockbuster. (CD)