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Beatrice Lillie
Acting
Born May 29, 1894 · Ontario, Canada
Died January 20, 1989
Also known as Bea Lillie
Biography
Beatrice Lillie, dubbed "the funniest woman in the world", was a Canadian born British parodist, comedic actress/performer, and singer of the stage and screen. She worked extensively in both Great Britain and the United States.
Awards & recognition
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Tony Award — Best Actress in a Musical · 1964 · nominated
- Tony Award — Best Actress in a Musical · 1958 · nominated
Filmography6 titles
Exit Smiling
1926as Violet
1926as Violet
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
1962as Self
1962as Self
What's My Line?
1950as Self
1950as Self
The Colgate Comedy Hour
1950as Self
1950as Self
The Ed Sullivan Show
1948as Self
1948as Self
Around the World in 80 Days
1956as London Revivalist Group Leader
1956as London Revivalist Group Leader