Dorothy Dandridge (1922–1965) |
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Dorothy Jean Dandridge was born on November 9, 1922 in Cleveland, Ohio, to Ruby Dandridge (née Ruby Jean Butler), an entertainer, and Cyril H. Dandridge, a cabinet maker and minister. Under the prodding of her mother, Dorothy and her sister Vivian Dandridge began performing publicly, usually in black Baptist churches throughout the country. Her ...
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Born:in Cleveland, Ohio, USADied:(age 42) in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA |
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Actress (37 credits)
Actress (37 credits)
1962
Cain's Hundred
(TV Series)
Norma Sherman
Norma Sherman
- Blues for a Junkman: Arthur Troy
(1962)
... Norma Sherman
1960-1961
The Ed Sullivan Show
(TV Series)
Singer
Singer
- Episode #14.17
(1961)
... Singer
- Episode #13.27
(1960)
... Singer
- Episode #13.21
(1960)
... Singer
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Soundtrack (14 credits)
Soundtrack (14 credits)
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Thanks (2 credits)
Thanks (2 credits)
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Self (24 credits)
Self (24 credits)
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Archive footage (19 credits)
Archive footage (19 credits)
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Stage: Appeared in off-Broadway play "Crazy Girls", June 1952. See more »Publicity Listings:
3 Biographical Movies | 4 Print Biographies | 1 Portrayal | 1 Interview | 7 Articles | 2 Pictorials | 6 Magazine Cover Photos | See more »Official Sites:
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Dorothy Daindridge | The Dandridge SistersHeight:
5' 5" (1.65 m)
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Carmen Jones (1954) was the best break I've ever had. But no producer ever knocked on my door. There just aren't that many parts for a black actress. See more »Trivia:
At the time of her death, there was $2.14 in her bank account. She left a handwritten letter: "In case of my death - whoever discovers it - Don't remove anything I have on - scarf, gown, or underwear. Cremate me right away - if I have any money, furniture, give it to my mother, Ruby Dandridge - She will know what to do.". See more »Trademark:
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