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Edith Evans

1888 – 1976

About this person

Wikipedia Summary

Dame Edith Mary Evans was an English actress. She was best known for her work on the West End stage, but also appeared in films at the beginning and towards the end of her career. Between 1964 and 1968, she was nominated for three Academy Awards.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
February 8, 1888
London
Date of death
October 14, 1976
Cranbrook
Citizenship

United Kingdom · United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

Occupations & fields
stage actorfilm actoractor
Awards & honours
Dame Commander of the Order of the British EmpireSilver Bear for Best ActressGolden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture DramaBAFTA Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role
Field and occupation
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