Zsa Zsa Gabor

Actress and socialite in Hollywood

Zsa Zsa Gabor - Actress and socialite in Hollywood
Born

February 6th, 1917
108 years ago

Died

December 18th, 2016
8 years ago — 99 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in Hungary and later relocating to America, Gabor became a prominent actress and socialite. She gained fame in the 1950s and 1960s through a series of film roles and television appearances. Some of her notable films include 'Moulin Rouge' and 'Queen of Outer Space'. Gabor also became a fixture in Hollywood social scenes and was widely recognized for her glamorous lifestyle and multiple marriages.

Starred in 'Moulin Rouge'

Appeared in 'Queen of Outer Space'

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