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Frances Williams was a blonde Broadway star in the 20s and 30s, who introduced the Charleston and As Time Goes By. She also appeared in several movies and TV shows, and had several marriages and divorces.
- November 3, 1901
- January 27, 1959
Frances Elizabeth Williams (September 17, 1905 – January 2, 1995) was an American actress, activist, theatre producer, organizer, and community worker. Williams was the first black woman to run for the California State Assembly in 1948 on the Progressive Ticket and served on the boards of the Screen Actors Guild, Actors' Lab , and Actors Equity.
Frances Williams (1901-1959) was a versatile performer who appeared in musicals, films, TV shows and vaudeville. She introduced the Charleston and \"As Time Goes By\" and was married to actor Frank Lovejoy.
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- St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
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- New York City, New York, USA
Apr 9, 2019 · Learn about the life and achievements of Frances E. Williams, a pioneer in the film industry and a social activist for African liberation. She was born in 1908, appeared in several films and TV shows, ran for California State Assembly, and died in 1995.
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Frances Williams, Actress, Dies; Introduced Charleston on Stage; Blues Singer and Dancer WasI in 'Scandals,' 'Cocoanuts,' I 'Life Begins at 8:40' I. Share full article. Jan. 28, 1959. The New...
Oct 25, 2022 · Here is forgotten singer Frances Williams (1901-1959) and a record she made for Brunswick on July 31, 1929.
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