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Other Works:
Absurd Person Singular (1974). Comedy. Written by
Alan Ayckbourn. Directed by Eric Thompson. Music Box Theatre: 8 Oct 1974- 6 Mar 1976 (591 performances + 7 previews that began on 1 Oct 1974). Cast:
Larry Blyden (as "Sidney") [died during production run; replaced by
Paul Shyre],
Sandy Dennis...
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Height:
5' 8" (1.73 m)
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Personal Quote:
I didn't want to be a Hollywood actress who every so often does a
Broadway play. I wanted to be a
Broadway actress who every so often does a movie.
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Trivia:
In 1960, she was nominated for a Tony Award as Best Actress for her role in "Sweet Bird of Youth." She lost to
Anne Bancroft for "The Miracle Worker." In 1962, she received an Oscar nomination for
Sweet Bird of Youth but lost to Bancroft for the film version of
The Miracle Worker. In 1982 she originated the role of Mother Superior in "Agnes of God" but was passed over
Agnes of God that went to Bancroft...
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Nickname:
Gerry
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Star Sign:
Scorpio