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Martha Hyer Biography
Birth Name:Martha Hyer
Birth Place:Fort Worth, Texas, United States
Profession Actress, Soundtrack, Writer
Fast Facts
- Studied drama and speech at Northwestern University
- Remained married to producer Hal B․ Wallis from 1966 to his death in 1986
- Acting career began with uncredited roles in films including "The Locket" and "Born to Kill․"
- Performed at the Pasadena Playhouse in the mid-1940s
- Best known for portraying the love interest of Frank Sinatra in the film "Some Came Running," which earned her an Academy Award nomination
- Released the autobiography "Finding My Way: A Hollywood Memoir" in 1990
- Most of her films released in Italy were dubbed by Rosetta Calavetta
Awards
- 1959Oscar-Best Actress in a Supporting Role: nominated
- 1959Golden Laurel-Top Female Supporting Performance: winner
- 1966Bronze Wrangler-Theatrical Motion Picture: winner