Lynn Fontanne

Theater Actor

1887 – 1983

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Who was Lynn Fontanne?

Lynn Fontanne was a British-born American-based actress and major stage star in the United States for over 40 years. She teamed with her husband, Alfred Lunt. Lunt and Fontanne shared a special Tony Award in 1970. They both won Emmy Awards in 1965, and Fontanne was a Kennedy Center honoree in 1980.

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Born
Dec 6, 1887
Woodford, London
Also known as
  • Lillie Louise Fontanne
  • Lynn Lunt
  • Lynne Fontanne
Spouses
Nationality
  • United States of America
  • United Kingdom
Profession
Died
Jul 30, 1983
Genesee Depot

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on July 23, 2013

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