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Margaret Hamilton
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film actress known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actor in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image. In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials. She also gained recognition for her work as an advocate of causes designed to benefit children and animals, and retained a lifelong commitment to public education.
Known For
The Wizard of Oz
as Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch of the West
13 Ghosts
as Elaine Zacharides
Dishonored Lady
as Mrs. Geiger
The Ox-Bow Incident
as Mrs. Larch (uncredited)
You Only Live Once
as Hester
Nothing Sacred
as Warsaw, Vermont Drugstore Lady
The Night Strangler
as Prof. Crabwell
People Will Talk
as Sarah Pickett (uncredited)
Brewster McCloud
as Daphne Heap
Reaching from Heaven
as Sophie Manley
