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Maria Montez (I) (1912–1951)
In a world weary of war and dispirited by the ravages of the Great Depression, Hollywood at the turn of the 1940's concocted a wildly popular, effective lot of escapist fare (though often cheaply made) to regale the sick at heart worldwide. Universal Pictures, more often than not, led in producing such films. We know about the monster movies: wolf...
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Born:in Barahona, Dominican RepublicDied:(age 39) in Suresnes, Hauts-de-Seine, France |
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Actress (28 credits)
Actress (28 credits)
1942
Pardon My Sarong
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Soundtrack (2 credits)
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Wrote a novel, "Forever Is a Long Time."Publicity Listings:
1 Biographical Movie | 2 Print Biographies | 9 Articles | 1 Pictorial | 7 Magazine Cover Photos | See more »Height:
5' 7" (1.7 m)
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[on her film debut in The Invisible Woman (1940)] When I see myself on the screen, I am so beautiful, I jump for joy! See more »Trivia:
Female impersonator/"drag queen" Mario Montez (born Rene Rivera) modeled his drag person (and name) on her. See more »Nickname:
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