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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Cherryvale, Kansas, USA
Nationality
Spouse
Philip Ober (1941-1959)
Education
Albuquerque High School
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
鸡 Rooster
Name Origin
English < Latin (Vīviānus)
Popularity
Tier B -- 29,948 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 40
Career
Career spanning 26 years (1950-1976)
Frequent co-star
Appeared in 4 films with Lucille Ball
Year context
Born in 1909 -- Robert Peary reaches the North Pole; William Howard Taft was US president
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Filmography (9)
AWARDS (4)
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
1954
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series
1954
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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Primetime Emmy Awards
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Biography
Vivian Vance (July 26, 1909 – August 17, 1979) was an American actress and singer from Kansas, best known for her role as Ethel Mertz on the American television sitcom I Love Lucy (1951–1957).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Vivian Vance?
Vivian Vance was born on and passed away on at the age of 70.
Where was Vivian Vance born?
Vivian Vance was born in Cherryvale, Kansas, USA.
What movies or shows has Vivian Vance been in?
Vivian Vance has 9 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Great Houdini (1976), The Lorax (1972), The Great Race (1965), The Lucy Show (1962), The Lucy–Desi Comedy Hour (1957).
What is Vivian Vance known for?
Vivian Vance is primarily known as an actor. Vivian Vance (July 26, 1909 – August 17, 1979) was an American actress and singer from Kansas, best known for her role as Ethel Mertz…
Where can I find more information about Vivian Vance?
You can find more about Vivian Vance on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
