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Nancy Carroll Biography

Birth Name:Ann Veronica LaHiff

Birth Place:New York City, New York, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • In June 1925, she got married to screenwriter Jack Kirkland
  • Was the mother of fellow Broadway performer Patricia Kirkland
  • Was featured in the 1925 Broadway musical "Big Boy․"
  • Was featured in the 1925 Broadway musical "Mayflowers․"
  • Performed in the 1933 Broadway play "An Undesirable Lady․"
  • Was featured in the Broadway comedy "For Heaven's Sake, Mother!" in 1948
  • Made her Broadway debut in the musical "The Passing Show of 1923․"

Awards

  • 1929Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (September): winner
  • 1930Oscar-Best Actress in a Leading Role: nominated
  • 1930Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (July): winner
  • 1931Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (April): winner