95 years (deceased)

Lynn Fontanne_

EMMY WINNER United Kingdom

"Born — Died "

Birthday
95
Lived
3
Credits
7 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

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Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Nationality
Languages
English
Spouse
Alfred Lunt (1922-1977)
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig

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Lynn Fontanne: British actress (1887–1983).
Born (died at age 95).
Lynn Fontanne has 3 credits in our database.
The name Lynn means derived from the Welsh word "llyn", which means lake.

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Biography

Lynn Fontanne (; 6 December 1887 – 30 July 1983) was an English actress. After early success in supporting roles in the West End and United States, she married the American actor Alfred Lunt in 1922, with whom she co-starred in Broadway and West End productions over the next four decades. They became known as "The Lunts", and were celebrated on both sides of the Atlantic. Fontanne was born in what is now the London suburb of Woodford, and received her first training as an actress from Ellen Terry. After building up an acting career in Britain she worked extensively in the US, first appearing in New York in 1910.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Lynn Fontanne?
Lynn Fontanne was born on and passed away on at the age of 95.
What movies or shows has Lynn Fontanne been in?
Lynn Fontanne has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Guardsman (1931), The Man Who Found Himself (1925), Second Youth (1924).
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You can find more about Lynn Fontanne on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.

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