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Edie Adams - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 16, 1927 |
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| Died | October 15, 2008 (age 81) |
| Birthplace | Kingston, Pennsylvania, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Edie Adams's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Versatile performances as an actress and singer; starring on 'The Ernie Kovacs Show'; Tony Award-winning role in 'Li'l Abner.' |
Intro
Edie Adams was an American actress, singer, and businesswoman known for her versatile performances on stage, television, and film. She gained fame through her work in musicals and comedy, notably as a star on 'The Ernie Kovacs Show' and for her Tony Award-winning Broadway role in 'Li'l Abner.'
Early Life & Background
Edie Adams was born Edith Elizabeth Enke in Kingston, Pennsylvania. She grew up in Tenafly, New Jersey, and attended Juilliard School of Music and Columbia School of Drama, showing early talent for both singing and acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred on 'The Ernie Kovacs Show' in the 1950s
- Won the 1957 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for 'Li'l Abner'
- Appeared in films such as 'The Apartment' (1960) and 'It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World' (1963)
- Recorded several successful albums and singles
- Founded Edie Adams Cosmetics and owned multiple business ventures
Trivia
- Married to comedian Ernie Kovacs until his death in 1962
- Famous for Muriel Cigar commercials with the catchphrase 'Why don't you pick one up and smoke it sometime?'
- Advocate for the preservation of her husband’s television work after his death
FAQs
People also ask
When was Edie Adams born?
Edie Adams was born the 16 April 1927.
Where is Edie Adams from?
Kingston, Pennsylvania, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 16th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: The Great Mississippi River Flood of 1927 reached its peak in April, causing extensive damage and displacing thousands of residents across the Mississippi River Valley.
- Day of the week: April 16th, 1927 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Gaucho directed by F. Richard Jones
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