Rosalind Russell


 
 
Rosalind Russell

Rosalind Russell (June 4, 1907 - November 28, 1976) was an American film and stage actress.

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Russell was born in Waterbury, Connecticut of Irish-American extraction and educated in Catholic schools before attending the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. She became known for her roles in such films as The Women, Night Must Fall, The Citadel, His Girl Friday, Mourning Becomes Electra, Sister Kenny, Auntie Mame and Picnic, among others.

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She married Danish-American producer Frederick Brisson on October 25, 1941. Her father-in-law was the successful Danish actor Carl Brisson.

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Russell was nominated four times for the actress/">Academy Award for Best Actress:

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