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Barbara Stanwyck
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Actor Born: July 16, 1907 in Brooklyn, New York City, NY Death: January 20, 1990 in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA Biography:In an industry of prima donnas, actress "Barbara Stanwyck" was universally recognized as a consummate professional; a supremely versatile performer, her strong screen presence established her as a favorite of directors, including "Cecil B. De Mille", "Fritz Lang", and "Frank Capra". Born Ruby Stevens July 16, 1907, in Brooklyn, NY, she was left orphaned at the age of four and raised by her showgirl sister. Upon quitting school a decade later, she began dancing in local speakeasies and at the age of 15 became a Ziegfeld chorus girl. In 1926, Stanwyck made her Broadway debut in The Noose, becoming a major stage star in her next production, Burlesque. MGM requested a screen test, but she rejected the offer. She did, however, agree to a supporting role in 1927's "Broadway Nights", and after completing her stage run in 1929 appeared in the drama "The Locked Door". With her husband, comedian "Frank Fay",... Full Biography
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