Peg Entwistle
Welsh-American actress and playwright
Born
February 5th, 1908
117 years ago
Died
1932
93 years ago — 24 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in Wales and raised in the United States, a career in theater led to a brief but notable presence in early Hollywood films. Starred in the 1932 film 'Thirteen Women' and achieved recognition for her stage work, especially in productions such as 'The Wild Duck' on Broadway. Entwistle's life and tragic death in 1932 at the age of 24 garnered significant media attention and have since become a part of Hollywood lore.
Starred in 'Thirteen Women'
Christmas 1932 Broadway performance in 'The Wild Duck'
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