Anita Morris
American actress and dancer, Tony nominee

Born
March 14th, 1943
82 years ago
Died
March 2nd, 1994
31 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress and dancer gained recognition for work in theater and television during the 1980s. Starred in the Broadway production of 'Sugar Babies' and earned a Tony Award nomination for performance. Appeared in television series such as 'One Life to Live' and 'The Twilight Zone'. Contributed to the entertainment industry with talents in singing and dancing, creating memorable performances that resonated with audiences.
Starred in 'Sugar Babies' on Broadway
Appeared in 'One Life to Live'
Featured in 'The Twilight Zone'
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