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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Stage actor, Character actor, Television actor, Actor
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Children
2 children
Education
John Jay Educational Campus, American Academy of Dramatic Arts
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Popularity
Tier B -- 26,042 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 45
Year context
Born in 1902 -- End of the Second Boer War; Theodore Roosevelt was US president
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Career
Career spanning 21 years (1947-1968)
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (26)
AWARDS (2)
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Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical
1958
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Tony Awards
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Biography
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Thelma Ritter?
Thelma Ritter was born on and passed away on at the age of 66.
Where was Thelma Ritter born?
Thelma Ritter was born in Brooklyn, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Thelma Ritter been in?
Thelma Ritter has 26 credits in our database. Notable titles include What's So Bad About Feeling Good? (1968), The Incident (1967), Boeing Boeing (1965), For Love or Money (1963), Move Over, Darling (1963).
What is Thelma Ritter known for?
Thelma Ritter is primarily known as an actor. 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…
Where can I find more information about Thelma Ritter?
You can find more about Thelma Ritter on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
