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Hattie McDaniel: Biography

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Birth Place: Wichita, KS
Date of Birth / Zodiac Sign: June 10, Gemini
Date of Death: 10/26/1952
Profession: Actor; radio personality

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Hattie McDaniel Fast Facts:

Before she became famous, she worked as a bathroom attendant and a traveling minstrel performer.
Portrayed Queenie in the touring production of Show Boat; reprised the role in the film version starring Irene Dunne.
Was one of the first African-American women to be broadcast on radio.
Was the first African-American to win an Academy Award, for her performance in Gone with the Wind (1939); won the award over her costar, Olivia de Havilland.
When criticized for constantly portraying domestic servants, she replied, "I'd rather play the part than be one."
Has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Hattie McDaniel Relationships:
George Langford - Ex-husband
Henry McDaniel - Father
Howard Hickman - Ex-husband
James Lloyd Crawford - Ex-husband
Larry Williams - Ex-husband
Susan McDaniel - Mother
Hattie McDaniel Awards:
1939 Oscar: Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role - Winner

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