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Una Merkel Biography
Birth Name:Una Kohnfelder
Birth Place:Covington, Kentucky, United States
Profession Actress, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Received the 1956 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play
- Got her start as an actress by working as a stand-in for Lillian Gish
- Was well known for frequently taking on the role of wisecracking characters
- In 1927, she appeared in the Broadway play "Coquette․"
- Was featured in the 1929 Broadway play "Salt Water․"
- Made her Broadway debut in the 1916 musical revue "The Big Show․"
- Was the original actress set to portray the lead role in the 1938 film "Blondie․"
Awards
- 1930Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (October): winner
- 1933Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (April): winner
- 1962Oscar-Best Actress in a Supporting Role: nominated