Fictional Adventurer

Dorothy Gale

About

Dorothy Gale is the young heroine of L. Frank Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz and the beloved 1939 film. Swept away from her Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz by a tornado, Dorothy embarks on an unforgettable journey along the Yellow Brick Road. Her simple wish to return home and her kindness to all she meets have made her an enduring symbol of innocence and adventure.

Before Fame

Dorothy lived a simple life on a farm in Kansas with her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry. Her biggest adventure before Oz was chasing her dog Toto around the farm.

Trivia

  • She was created by L. Frank Baum in 1900
  • She was portrayed by Judy Garland in the iconic 1939 film
  • Her ruby slippers are among the most famous props in film history
  • 'There's no place like home' is one of cinema's most famous lines
  • The Wizard of Oz is one of the most-watched films in history

Family Life

She was raised by her Aunt Em and Uncle Henry on their Kansas farm. Her beloved dog Toto was her constant companion and the reason she first ran away from home.

Associated With

Toto Scarecrow Tin Man Cowardly Lion Glinda the Good Witch