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Glynis Johns Biography

Birth Place:
Pretoria, South Africa
Profession
Actor

Fast Facts

  • Was born in South Africa while her parents were on tour; her father was actor Mervyn Johns and her mother was a concert pianist
  • Was a certified ballet instructor by age 10
  • Began performing on stage at the age of 12
  • Made her screen debut at age 14 in South Riding in 1938
  • Made her Broadway debut in 1952 in Gertie

Awards

  • 1963Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture - Drama: nominated
  • 1960Oscar-Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role: nominated

Relationships