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Rosalind Russell Biography

Birth Name:Catherine Rosalind Russell

Birth Place:Waterbury, Connecticut, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack, Writer

Fast Facts

Honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame at 1708 Vine Street
Told her parents she was studying to become a teacher while away at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, all while secretly preparing for a career on stage
Gained prominence in the comedy world after the two big hits "The Women" in 1939 and "His Girl Friday" the following year
Originally signed with Universal Pictures in the early '30s, but pursued a contract with MGM not long after who would eventually sign her in 1934
Co-star Cary Grant served as the best man at her wedding
Refused to be placed in the Oscars' supporting actress category for her role in 1955's "Picnic"

Awards

1936Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (November): winner
1937Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (July): winner
1938Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (January): winner
1938Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (March): winner
1939Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (November): winner
1939Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (January): winner
1940Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (November): winner
1940Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (November): winner
1940Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (February): winner
1942Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (December): winner
1942Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (July): winner
1943Oscar-Best Actress in a Leading Role: nominated
1943Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (May): winner
1945Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (April): winner
1946Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (October): winner
1947Oscar-Best Actress in a Leading Role: nominated
1947Golden Globe-Best Actress: winner
1948Oscar-Best Actress in a Leading Role: nominated
1948Golden Globe-Best Actress: winner
1948Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (February): winner
1948Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (September): winner
1954Golden Laurel-Top Female Comedy Performance: nominated
1959Oscar-Best Actress in a Leading Role: nominated
1959Golden Globe-Best Actress - Comedy or Musical: winner
1959Golden Laurel-Top Female Comedy Performance: winner
1960BAFTA Film Award-Best Foreign Actress: nominated
1962Golden Globe-Best Actress - Comedy or Musical: winner
1963Golden Globe-Best Actress - Comedy or Musical: winner
1963Golden Laurel-Top Female Musical Performance: nominated
1966Golden Laurel-Comedy Performance, Female: nominated