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Thelma Ritter
Acting
Born: February 14, 1902
Brooklyn, New York, USA
Biography
Thelma Ritter (February 14, 1902 – February 5, 1969) was an American actress, best known for her comedic roles as working-class characters and her strong New York accent. She was the recipient of a Tony Award and six nominations for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, more than any other actress in the category.
Known For
Rear Window
as Stella
All About Eve
as Birdie Coonan
Birdman of Alcatraz
as Elizabeth Stroud
Miracle on 34th Street
as Peter's Mother (uncredited)
How the West Was Won
as Agatha Clegg
Titanic
as Maude Young
Pillow Talk
as Alma
The Misfits
as Isabelle Steers
Pickup on South Street
as Moe Williams
Move Over, Darling
as Grace Arden
