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Dorothy Dandridge
From The TV IV
Dorothy Dandridge | |
Birth name | Dorothy Jean Dandridge |
Born | November 9, 1922 in Cleveland, Ohio, USA |
Died | September 8, 1965 in Hollywood, California, USA from a drug overdose |
Notable Roles | |
Notable Episodes | |
Awards | star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame |
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Contents |
Biography
Roles
Starring Roles
Guest Starring Roles
Series | Role | Episode | Airdate |
---|---|---|---|
Cain's Hundred | Norma Sherman | 1x21 - Blues for a Junkman | February 20, 1962 |
Specials and Made-for-TV Movies
Talk, News and Game Show Appearances
Memorable Moments
Awards and Accolades
Academy Awards
(1 Nomination)
Trivia
- First African-American to be nominated for a "Best Actress" Oscar.
- Halle Berry, who portrayed Dorothy in "Introducing Dorothy Dandridge", became the first African-American to win "Best Actress" at the Academy Awards.