Why Shirley Temple Google?

Shirley Temple: Google Doodle honors American child star-turned-diplomat. Google is paying tribute to one of Hollywood's biggest child actors. On Wednesday, Google's search page featured an homage to Shirley Temple Black, whose stardom was so immense she made history by receiving an honorary Academy Award at age 6.

Why do they call it a Shirley Temple?

The drink was named after iconic child actress Shirley Temple. Legend has it that when she was out to dinner at a nice restaurant with her parents and other Hollywood types who were all enjoying cocktails, the bartender made her a special nonalcoholic drink so she could feel fancy too.

Why do we celebrate Shirley Temple on June 9?

Temple won an Academy Award when she was just 6. On June 9, Google honoured America's glittery-eyed child star Shirley Temple with a special animated doodle. Temple won an Academy Award when she was just 6, became the country's biggest stars at 10 before evolving into a successful diplomat.

Sarah Jenkins

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