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Jun 6, 2016 · Judy Holliday, who won an Oscar and a niche in theatrical history for her performance as the junk dealer’s squeaky-voiced girl friend in “Born Yesterday,” died Monday of cancer. She was 43.
Holliday, Judy (1921–1965) American actress typecast as a "dumb blonde" who endowed her roles with heart, intelligence, and an awareness of the characters' predicaments. Born Judith Tuvim in New York City on June 21, 1921; died of breast cancer on June 7, 1965, at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City; the only child of Abraham Tuvim (a fund ...
Judy Holliday (born Judith Tuvim, June 21, 1921 – June 7, 1965) was an American actress, comedian and singer. She began her career as part of a nightclub act before working in Broadway plays and musicals.
A brilliant comedian, Judy Holliday epitomized the duality of her American-Jewish heritage. She achieved the American dream of success on stage and film; she also felt the pressures of antisemitism as she became part of that large sweep of theater people being investigated for subversive activities in the McCarthy years of the 1950s.
Facts. Top Questions. Where was Judy Holliday born? Judy Holliday was born in New York City, New York, United States. When was Judy Holliday born? Judy Holliday was born on June 21, 1921. Is Judy Holliday married? David Oppenheim (1948–1958) Photos. See All Images →. Judy Holliday Facts.
Judy Holliday. Columbia Pictures. Stars. Film: North side of the 6900 block of Hollywood Boulevard. Actress Born Judith Tuvim on June 21, 1921 in New York, NY. Died June 7, 1965 of cancer in...
Aug 25, 2006 · Aug. 25, 2006. Meld the Lucille Ball of “I Love Lucy” with the Melanie Griffith of “Working Girl,” and you have Judy Holliday, the brilliant comedian who redefined the stereotype of the dumb...
