Julie Andrews was 29 years old when she starred as Maria in “The Sound of Music,” which was released in 1965.

Quick Scoop

Julie Andrews was born on October 1, 1935, in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, England. With “The Sound of Music” released in 1965, that places her at 29 years old at the time of the film’s release and promotion.

A tiny bit of context

  • Julie Andrews had already won an Oscar for “Mary Poppins” (1964) just before “The Sound of Music,” making her one of the most in-demand musical stars of the 1960s.
  • Her portrayal of Maria von Trapp in 1965 cemented her status as a global icon of movie musicals.

Why this still comes up in forums

  • Fans often ask “how old was Julie Andrews when she made The Sound of Music” in nostalgia threads about classic 1960s films and stars.
  • The question ties into broader discussions of her “Mary Poppins” (about age 28–29 during filming, 1964 release) and “The Sound of Music” era as the peak of her early screen career.

TL;DR: Julie Andrews was 29 years old when she made “The Sound of Music” (1965).

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