Anne Revere

American actress, Academy Award winner

Anne Revere - American actress, Academy Award winner
Born

June 25th, 1903
121 years ago

Died

December 18th, 1990
34 years ago — 87 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress with a prolific career in film and theater achieved critical acclaim for performances in various classics. Most notable works include 'National Velvet,' where portrayal of the mother earned significant praise. Also starred in 'The Song of Bernadette,' receiving an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Frequently worked in stage productions, showcasing versatility across genres.

Won Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'The Song of Bernadette'

Portrayed the mother in 'National Velvet'

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