Peggy Wood

Birth Name:

Mary Margaret Wood

Birth Place:

Brooklyn, New York, United States

Profession

Actress, Soundtrack

Peggy Wood

Became part of writers group Algonquin Round Table
Served as president of the American National Theater and Academy
She is a direct descendent of American pioneer Daniel Boone
Her stage career began as a teenager on the chorus of "Naughty Marietta․"
Developed an interest in singing at a young age and began taking lessons ate age eight
Wrote a biography of the stage actor John Drew, Jr
Released the autobiography "How Young You Look" in 1941

1957Primetime Emmy - Best Continuing Performance by an Actress in a Dramatic Series:Nominated
1966Oscar - Best Actress in a Supporting Role:Nominated
1966Golden Globe - Best Supporting Actress:Nominated