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Wendy Hiller - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 15, 1912 |
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| Died | May 14, 2003 (age 90) |
| Birthplace | Brinnington, Cheshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Wendy Hiller's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Lead roles in film adaptations of George Bernard Shaw's plays, including 'Pygmalion' (1938), 'Major Barbara' (1941), and her Academy Award-winning performance in 'Separate Tables' (1958). |
Intro
Wendy Hiller was an acclaimed English stage and film actress known for her distinguished career spanning over six decades. Renowned for her work with playwright George Bernard Shaw, she starred in both classic theatre productions and major films.
Early Life & Background
Wendy Hiller was born in Brinnington, Cheshire, and was the daughter of Frank Watkin Hiller and Mary Stone. She began acting with local dramatic societies before joining repertory theatre, which launched her professional career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Eliza Doolittle in the original stage and film versions of 'Pygmalion' (1938), earning an Academy Award nomination.
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for 'Separate Tables' (1958).
- Notable stage performances include numerous roles in George Bernard Shaw plays.
- Appointed Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 1975.
Trivia
- She declined many opportunities in Hollywood to focus on stage work in Britain.
- Hiller was one of the first actresses to speak Shaw's dialogue on film in a naturalistic style.
- She was married to playwright Ronald Gow.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Wendy Hiller born?
Wendy Hiller was born the 15 August 1912.
Where is Wendy Hiller from?
Brinnington, Cheshire, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 15th, 1912, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 15, 1912, New York Yankees player Guy Zinn achieved a remarkable feat by stealing home twice in a single baseball game, a rare accomplishment that highlights the player's exceptional base-running skills and strategic prowess.
- Day of the week: August 15th, 1912 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Battle Hymn of the Republic by Columbia Mixed Quartette
- Popular movie: The Mummy directed by D.W. Griffith
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