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Theda Bara (1885–1955)
Theda Bara was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, as Theodosia Goodman, on July 29, 1885. She was the daughter of a local tailor and his wife. As a teenager Theda was interested in the theatrical arts and once she finished high school, she dyed her blond hair black and went in pursuit of her dream. By 1908 she was in New York in search of roles. That year ...
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Born:in Avondale, Ohio, USADied:(age 69) in Los Angeles, California, USA |
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Stage Play: The Blue Flame. Melodrama. Written by George V. Hobartand John Willard. Based on the play by Leta Vance Nicholson. Shubert Theatre: 15 Mar 1920- Apr 1920 (closing date unknown/48 performances). Cast: Theda Bara (as "Ruth Gordon") [final Broadway role], Joseph Buckley (as "Barnes"), Helen Curry (as "Cicely Varnum"), Alan Dinehart... See more »Publicity Listings:
1 Biographical Movie | 5 Print Biographies | 1 Portrayal | 1 Interview | 44 Articles | 7 Pictorials | 1 Magazine Cover Photo | See more »Alternate Names:
Theo DeCoppet | Theodosia GoodmanHeight:
5' 6" (1.68 m)Spouse:
Charles Brabin (her death)Relatives:
Lori Bara (sibling)
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