Wendy Hiller: Biography, Facts and Career
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Dame Wendy Margaret Hiller (15 August 1912 – 14 May 2003) was an English film and stage actress who enjoyed a varied acting career that spanned nearly 60 years. Writer Joel Hirschorn, in his 1984 compilation Rating the Movie Stars, described her as "a no-nonsense actress who literally took command of the screen whenever she appeared on film". Despite many notable film performances, Hiller chose to remain primarily a stage actress. Hiller earned the Academy Award nominations for her performances in Pygmalion (1938), Separate Tables (1958), and A Man for All Seasons (1966), winning Best Supporting Actress for Separate Tables. She also was nominated for two BAFTA Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, a Tony Award, and a Laurence Olivier Award.
Quick facts about Wendy Hiller
- Full name: Wendy Hiller
- Born: 1912-08-15
- Nationality: United Kingdom
- Known as: Actor
- Wikidata ID: Q230626
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Who is Wendy Hiller?
Dame Wendy Margaret Hiller (15 August 1912 – 14 May 2003) was an English film and stage actress who enjoyed a varied acting career that spanned nearly 60 years.
What nationality is Wendy Hiller?
Wendy Hiller is United Kingdom.
When was Wendy Hiller born?
Wendy Hiller was born on 1912-08-15.
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