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Actor
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Birthplace
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Nationality
Spouses
G. E. Smith (1980-1982), Gene Wilder (1984-1989)
Education
University Liggett School, Mumford High School, University of Michigan
Zodiac Sign
♋ Cancer
Chinese Zodiac
狗 Dog
Popularity
Tier A -- 107,184 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 41 years (1974-2015)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 27
Year context
Born in 1946 -- First meeting of the United Nations General Assembly; Harry S. Truman was US president
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Filmography (10)
AWARDS (6)
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Michigan Women's Hall of Fame
1992
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Primetime Emmy Award
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CableACE Award
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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Biography
Gilda Susan Radner (June 28, 1946 – May 20, 1989) was an American comedian and actress, best known as one of the original cast members of the NBC sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live, for which she won an Emmy Award in 1978.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Gilda Radner was born on and passed away on at the age of 42.
Where was Gilda Radner born?
Gilda Radner was born in Detroit, Michigan, United States.
What movies or shows has Gilda Radner been in?
Gilda Radner has 10 credits in our database. Notable titles include Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead (2015), Haunted Honeymoon (1986), Movers & Shakers (1985), The Woman in Red (1984), Hanky Panky (1982).
What is Gilda Radner known for?
Gilda Radner is primarily known as an actor. Gilda Susan Radner (June 28, 1946 – May 20, 1989) was an American comedian and actress, best known as one of the original cast members…
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