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Glenda Farrell: Biography, Facts and Career

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Glenda Farrell (June 30, 1904 – May 1, 1971) was an American actress. Farrell personified the smart and sassy, wisecracking blonde of the Classic Hollywood films. Her career spanned more than 50 years, and she appeared in numerous Broadway plays, films and television series. She won an Emmy Award in 1963 for Outstanding Supporting Actress for her performance as Martha Morrison in the medical drama television series Ben Casey. Farrell began acting on stage as a child and continued with various theatre companies and on Broadway before signing with Warner Bros. A signature 1930s Warner Bros. star, Farrell appeared in films such as Little Caesar (1931), I Am a Fugitive from a Chain Gang (1932), Mystery of the Wax Museum (1933) and Lady for a Day (1933). After leaving Warner Bros. in 1939, Farrell remained active in film, television and theatre throughout the rest of her career.

Quick facts about Glenda Farrell

  • Full name: Glenda Farrell
  • Born: 1904-06-30
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q272083

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Who is Glenda Farrell?

Glenda Farrell (June 30, 1904 – May 1, 1971) was an American actress.

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Glenda Farrell is United States.

When was Glenda Farrell born?

Glenda Farrell was born on 1904-06-30.

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