Neile Adams
Actress and singer, West Side Story
Born
July 10th, 1932
92 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actress, singer, and dancer, contributed to the entertainment industry through performances on stage and screen. Participated in productions of 'West Side Story' and 'The King and I'. Starred in the television series 'Hawaiian Eye' in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Engaged in music and dance throughout a long career, showcasing talents in various theatrical performances.
Performed in 'West Side Story'
Starred in 'Hawaiian Eye'
Appeared in 'The King and I'
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