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Mary Virginia Martin (December 1, 1913 – November 3, 1990) was an American actress and singer. A muse of Rodgers and Hammerstein , she originated many leading roles on stage over her career, including Nellie Forbush in South Pacific (1949), the title character in Peter Pan (1954), and Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music (1959).
6 days ago · Mary Martin was born on June 15, 1939, in Toronto. Her mother, Alida (Starr) Martin, managed the home, and her father, Crawford, was an insurance executive.
Mary Martin was a Broadway star who played Peter Pan, Annie Oakley, and other roles. She also appeared in Hollywood musicals and TV shows, and was the mother of actor Larry Hagman.
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4 days ago · Mary Martin (born December 1, 1913, Weatherford, Texas, U.S.—died November 3, 1990, Rancho Mirage, California) was an American singer and actress best known for her work in Broadway musicals. Martin attended private schools and for a year the University of Texas.
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Nov 3, 1990 · Learn about the life and career of Mary Martin, America's favorite leading lady in musical comedy, who originated Nellie, Peter Pan, and Maria. Find out how she won four Tony Awards® and an Emmy®, and why she preferred the stage to the screen.
May 23, 2018 · Learn about the life and career of Mary Martin, one of the brightest stars of Broadway and the musical theater. From her early days in Texas to her iconic roles in South Pacific, Peter Pan, and The Sound of Music, discover how she became a legend of the stage.
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