- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- Jul 16, 1907
- Died
- Jan 20, 1990 (aged 82)
- Place of birth
- Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Barbara Stanwyck
Barbara Stanwyck (born Ruby Catherine Stevens; July 16, 1907 – January 20, 1990) was an American actress and dancer. A stage, film, and television star, during her 60-year professional career she was known for her strong, realistic screen presence and versatility. She was a favorite of directors, including Cecil B. DeMille, Fritz Lang, and Frank Capra, and made 86 films in 38 years before turning to television. She received numerous accolades, including three Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, and was nominated for four Academy Awards. Description above from the Wikipedia article Barbara Stanwyck, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia
