Billie Burke_
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
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Born
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Birthday
Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Thursday)
Died
Birthplace
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Florenz Ziegfeld, Jr. (1914-1932)
Children
1 child: Patricia Ziegfeld Stephenson
Parents
William Ethelbert Burke, Blanch Burke
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
猴 Monkey
Popularity
Tier B -- 33,669 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 109 years (1916-2025)
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Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Monkey
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Filmography (50)
AWARDS (1)
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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
1960
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Biography
Mary William Ethelbert Appleton "Billie" Burke (August 7, 1884 – May 14, 1970) was an American actress. She is primarily known to modern audiences as Glinda the Good Witch of the North in the musical film The Wizard of Oz. She was nominated for an Academy Award for her performance as Emily Kilbourne in Merrily We Live.
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How old was Billie Burke?
Billie Burke was born on and passed away on at the age of 85.
Where was Billie Burke born?
Billie Burke was born in Washington, District of Columbia, USA.
What movies or shows has Billie Burke been in?
Billie Burke has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Wizard of Oz at Sphere (2025), Fracture (2007), Sergeant Rutledge (1960), Small Town Girl (1953), Father of the Bride (1950).
What is Billie Burke known for?
Billie Burke is primarily known as an actor. Mary William Ethelbert Appleton "Billie" Burke (August 7, 1884 – May 14, 1970) was an American actress. She is primarily known to modern audiences as…
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