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Deborah Kerrová

1921 – 2007

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Wikipedia Summary

Deborah Jane Trimmer, known professionally as Deborah Kerr, was a British actress. Kerr rose to fame for her portrayals of proper, ladylike women, who often navigated societal expectations and stereotypes. Kerr attracted wide praise for her work, earning six Academy Award nominations for Best Actress. She was regarded as one of the best actresses of her generation. From the 1940s to the 1960s, she was one of the most popular actresses in the world.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
September 30, 1921
Hillhead
Date of death
October 16, 2007
Suffolk
Citizenship

United Kingdom

Occupations & fields
film actoractorballet dancerstage actor
Awards & honours
Commander of the Order of the British EmpireGolden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or ComedyHenrietta AwardDavid di Donatello for Best Foreign ActressSpecial Award, BAFTAAcademy Honorary Award
Field and occupation
skotská herečka (1921–2007)
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