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Virginia Mayo Biography

Birth Name:Virginia Clara Jones

Birth Place:St. Louis, Missouri, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

In 1988, she was the recipient of a Golden Boot Award
Received a star on the St․ Louis Walk of Fame in 1996
In 1947, she got married to screen actor Michael O'Shea
Got her start in acting by performing at the St․ Louis Municipal Opera
Was best known for frequently appearing alongside actor Danny Kaye in various films
Was the first lead actress to act in a film alongside Paul Newman
Made her Broadway debut in the 1941 musical "Banjo Eyes․"