Grace Kelly — Timeline
Key moments in the life of Grace Kelly.
1929
Born Grace Patricia Kelly on November 12 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
1947
Graduated from high school and began studying at Bennington College
1949
Made her film debut in 'Fourteen Hours'
1952
Starred in 'High Noon' alongside Gary Cooper, gaining significant recognition
1953
Won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in 'The Country Girl'
1954
Starred in 'Rear Window,' directed by Alfred Hitchcock
1955
Appeared in 'To Catch a Thief' and retired from acting
1956
Married Prince Rainier III of Monaco on April 19; became Princess of Monaco
1982
Suffered a stroke while driving on September 13
1982
Died on September 14 at Princess Grace Hospital in Monaco at age 52