ZaSu Pitts
Birth Name:
Eliza Susan Pitts
Birth Place:
Parsons, Kansas, United States
Profession
Actress, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Got her big break when she was discovered by screenwriter Frances Marion
- Was best known for her performances in comedic films
- Has made appearances on the radio show "Fibber McGee and Molly․"
- In 1953, she was featured in the Broadway play "The Bat․"
- In 1994, she was featured on a commemorative U․S․ postage stamp
- Made her Broadway debut in the 1944 play "Ramshackle Inn․"
- Was the inspiration behind the persona of "Popeye" cartoon character Olive Oyl
Awards
- 1924Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (July):Winner
- 1925Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (February):Winner
- 1930Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (March):Winner
- 1932Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (June):Winner
- 1959Primetime Emmy - Best Supporting Actress (Continuing Character) in a Comedy Series:Nominated