Donna Reed

American actress and Oscar winner

Donna Reed - American actress and Oscar winner
Born

January 27th, 1921
104 years ago

Died

January 14th, 1986
39 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An accomplished actress, born in 1921, gained recognition for roles in both film and television. Gained early fame for performances in films such as "It's a Wonderful Life," portraying Mary Hatch. Starred in the successful television series "The Donna Reed Show" from 1958 to 1966, which centered around a suburban family. Received an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for the film "From Here to Eternity" in 1954. Continued to act in films and television, contributing to various genres throughout the career.

Starred in "The Donna Reed Show"

Won an Academy Award for "From Here to Eternity"

Played Mary Hatch in "It's a Wonderful Life"

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