Miracle on 34th Street
1947
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Thelma Ritter (February 14, 1902 – February 5, 1969) was an American character actress who was known for her strong New York City accent, diminutive size, and plain look favored working-class roles. She earned a Tony Award and six Academy Award nominations, more than any other actress in the Best Supporting Actress category.
Actress: Rear Window. Thelma Ritter appeared in high school plays and was trained at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. In the 1940s she worked in radio. Her movie career was started with a bit part in the 1946 Miracle on 34th Street (1947). In the movie she played a weary Xmas shopper.
February 14, 1902 · Brooklyn, New York, USA. Died. February 5, 1969 · New York, USA (heart attack) Height. 5′ 1″ (1.55 m) Mini Bio. Thelma Ritter appeared in high school plays and was trained at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. In the 1940s she worked in radio.
One of the few character actresses ever to receive star billing, Thelma Ritter was equally at home on stage, screen, and television. She was the winner of an Emmy and a Tony, and had been nominated for six Academy Awards.
February 14, 1905. Died. February 05, 1969. Cause of Death. Heart Attack. Biography. Read More. With her salty humor, crackling New York accent and seen-it-all demeanor, Thelma Ritter was one of the most accomplished and dependable character actresses in American film.
Thelma Ritter (February 14, 1902 – February 5, 1969) was an American actress, best known for her comedic roles as working-class characters and her strong New York accent. She was the recipient of a Tony Award and six nominations for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, more than any other actress in the category.
Thelma Ritter was a brilliant character actress, who was nominated six times for an Academy Award during her career, including four consecutive nominations, but she never won one. She is tied with Deborah Kerr for the most nominations for a female actor for an acting award without winning.
