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Dana Wynter

Dana Wynter - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJune 08, 1931
DiedMay 05, 2011 (age 79)
BirthplaceBerlin, Germany
Zodiac SignGemini - (see also Dana Wynter's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacGoat
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForHer portrayal of Becky Driscoll in 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956)

Intro

Dana Wynter was a German-born British actress best known for her role as Becky Driscoll in the classic science fiction film 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956). She appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout the 1950s, 60s, and 70s, and was recognized for her elegance and versatility on screen.

Early Life & Background

Born Dagmar Winter in Berlin, Dana Wynter was raised in England and later studied medicine at King's College London before choosing to pursue a career in acting.

Career Highlights

  • Starred in 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956)
  • Appeared in films such as 'Sink the Bismarck!' (1960) and 'Shake Hands with the Devil' (1959)
  • Acted in numerous television series including 'The Twilight Zone' and 'The Man Who Never Was'

Trivia

  • She won a Golden Globe for Most Promising Newcomer – Female in 1956.
  • Dana Wynter was married to Hollywood lawyer Greg Bautzer from 1956 to 1981.
  • Her birth name was Dagmar Winter.

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When was Dana Wynter born?

Dana Wynter was born the 8 June 1931.

Where is Dana Wynter from?

Berlin, Germany.

On Her Birth-Day

About June 8th, 1931, in brief:

  • Day of the week: June 8th, 1931 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Trader Horn directed by W.S. Van Dyke

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dana_Wynter
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0943958/