Magda Gabor
Hungarian-American actress in the 1950s.
Born
June 11th, 1915
109 years ago
Died
1997
28 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in Hungary, pursued a career in acting and entertainment, later moving to the United States. Gained recognition during the 1950s primarily through appearances on television and in films. Made guest appearances on popular shows including 'The Ed Sullivan Show' and 'The Match Game'. Engaged in various philanthropic activities and remained active in the entertainment industry for decades.
Guest appearances on 'The Ed Sullivan Show'
'The Match Game'
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