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Mercedes McCambridge: Biography, Facts and Career

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Mercedes McCambridge
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Carlotta Mercedes Agnes McCambridge (March 16, 1916 – March 2, 2004) was an American actress of radio, stage, film, and television. Orson Welles called her "the world's greatest living radio actress". She won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her screen debut in All the King's Men (1949) and was nominated in the same category for Giant (1956). She voiced the majority of dialogue for demon Pazuzu in The Exorcist (1973).

Quick facts about Mercedes McCambridge

  • Full name: Mercedes McCambridge
  • Born: 1916-03-16
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q140017

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Who is Mercedes McCambridge?

Carlotta Mercedes Agnes McCambridge (March 16, 1916 – March 2, 2004) was an American actress of radio, stage, film, and television.

What nationality is Mercedes McCambridge?

Mercedes McCambridge is United States.

When was Mercedes McCambridge born?

Mercedes McCambridge was born on 1916-03-16.

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