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Biography:
Born November 09, 1883 - "Horse faced" was the usual capsule assessment given American actress Edna May Oliver - a gross disservice to her talent and accomplishments. A descendant of President John Quincy Adams, she aspired to a career in opera, and at 16 her uncle secured her a job with a light opera company. Her voice was damaged from overuse and exposure to bad weather,... Continue Bio >>


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Filmography:
1941 Lydia
1940 Pride and Prejudice
1939 The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle
1939 Drums Along the Mohawk
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