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Dorothy Comingore: Biography, Facts and Career

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Dorothy Comingore
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Margaret Louise Comingore (August 24, 1913 – December 30, 1971), known professionally as Dorothy Comingore, was an American stage and film actress. When starting out in minor film roles, she was billed as Linda Winters. Before that, she appeared on stage and on radio as Kay Winters. Her breakthrough as an actress came when she starred as Susan Alexander Kane in Citizen Kane (1941), the critically acclaimed debut film of Orson Welles. However, her acting career was ended prematurely in 1951 by the Hollywood blacklist. The following year she refused to answer questions or "name names" when called before the House Un-American Activities Committee.

Quick facts about Dorothy Comingore

  • Full name: Dorothy Comingore
  • Born: 1913-08-24
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q221874

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Who is Dorothy Comingore?

Margaret Louise Comingore (August 24, 1913 – December 30, 1971), known professionally as Dorothy Comingore, was an American stage and film actress.

What nationality is Dorothy Comingore?

Dorothy Comingore is United States.

When was Dorothy Comingore born?

Dorothy Comingore was born on 1913-08-24.

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