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Ethel Merman

(Ethel Zimmerman)
actress, singer
Born: 1/16/1909
Birthplace: Astoria, New York

Tony Award-winning musical comedy entertainer known for her booming voice and extroverted style. Her Broadway performances include Girl Crazy (1930), Annie Get Your Gun (1946), and Call Me Madam (1950).

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Died: 2/15/1984

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