Switzer Carl Vedic birth chart profile
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Switzer Carl

• Remembering (Jan 21, 1959)

★ August 8, 1927 · Paris, Illinois
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Moon Sign
Scorpio
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Sun Sign
Cancer
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Ascendant
Taurus
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Nakshatra
Jyeshtha
Birth Star
EntertainmentSports BusinessActorStart young less than 16Extemely RichDivorceeKarmic Debt 19Destiny Number 9
Biography

Who is Switzer Carl?

American actor, professional dog breeder, and hunting guide who began his career as a child actor in the mid-1930s appearing in the "Our Gang" short subjects series as Alfalfa, one of the series most popular and best-remembered characters. After leaving the series in 1940, Switzer struggled to find substantial roles owing to typecasting. As an adult, he appeared mainly in bit parts and B-movies. He later became a dog breeder and hunting guide. Switzer married Diantha (Dian) Collingwood, heiress of grain elevator empire Collingwood Grain, in 1954 and had one son before divorcing in 1956. On 21 January 1959, Switzer was fatally shot by an acquaintance over a dispute about money. He was 31. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Carl Switzer (Carl Switzer)

Overview

Carl Switzer, born August 7, 1927 in Paris, Texas, United States, was an American actor best known for his role as Alfalfa in the Our Gang short film series (also known as The Little Rascals).

Birth and death

Born: August 7, 1927, Paris, Texas, United States. Died: January 22, 1959, San Fernando, California, United States.

Career highlights

Switzer joined Our Gang as a child actor and portrayed Alfalfa from 1935 through 1940, appearing in numerous shorts. After leaving the series, he continued to work in film and radio in various capacities and later pursued other business ventures related to the entertainment industry. His legacy endures mainly through the iconic character Alfalfa and the ongoing appreciation of the Our Gang legacy.

Notable works

  • Our Gang short films (Alfalfa) – 1935 to 1940
  • Later film appearances in the late 1940s and 1950s

Legacy and cultural impact

Switzer is remembered as one of the most recognizable faces from the Our Gang series. The character Alfalfa has remained a cultural touchstone, referenced in discussions of early American cinema and serial comedy. His career is often cited in retrospectives about child actors and the evolution of the Our Gang franchise.

News and public updates

There are no active, contemporary news updates about Carl Switzer, as he passed away in 1959. Most information available today consists of historical biographical content and retrospective pieces about the Our Gang era.

Social media and online presence

There are no official social media accounts for Carl Switzer. Some fan pages or memorial posts may exist on platforms like Facebook or Twitter, but none are officially verified or affiliated with him. For verified biographical information, consult reputable film archives and historical resources.

Posthumous releases and ongoing influence

Materials featuring Alfalfa from the Our Gang series continue to be released in compilations and home video formats, keeping Switzer's most famous character accessible to new generations. The distribution and availability of specific titles vary by region and distributor.

Note: Information reflects publicly available biographical data. While birth date and place are well-documented, minor variations may appear across sources.

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Which dasha periods did Switzer Carl live through?

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Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Switzer Carl, in order.

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What do Switzer Carl's numerology numbers say?

Switzer Carl's core numbers are Karmic Debt 19, Destiny 9, Soul Urge 2, Personality 8.

⚖Karmic Debt
19

Chaldean Karmic Debt 19 indicates lessons of independence with respect for others. It asks balanced leadership—stand strong, but do not isolate or dominate.

◎Destiny
9

Chaldean Destiny 9 indicates humanitarian expression and completion energy. It supports service, mentoring, and influence through compassion and higher ideals.

❖Soul Urge
2

Chaldean Soul 2 desires emotional safety, love, and peace. It seeks supportive bonds, trust, and harmony in relationships.

◇Personality
8

Chaldean Personality 8 appears strong, ambitious, and authoritative. Others often see business sense, leadership, and control.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1959
Death
Death by Homicide 21 January 1959 at 7:00 PM in Mission Hills (Los Angeles County) (Shot in dispute about money, age 31)
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