Thelma Ritter
American actress and vaudevillian
Thelma Ritter was an American character actress who, known for her strong New York City accent, diminutive size, and plain look, favored working-class roles.Wikipedia
| Born | February 14, 1902 |
| Hometown | New York City, New York, United States |
| Height | 5'1" (1.55m) |
| Spouse | Joseph Moran |
| Children | Monica Moran |
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MOVIES & TV SHOWS
Boeing, Boeing
1h 42min
1965
Move Over, Darling
1h 43min
1963
The Proud and Profane
1h 51min
1956
Daddy Long Legs
2h 6min
1955
Lucy Gallant
1h 44min
1955
The Farmer Takes a Wife
1h 31min
1935
As Young as You Feel
1h 17min
1951
AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1966 | Golden Globe | Best Performance By an Actress in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Boeing Boeing (1965 film) | Nominated |
| 1963 | Academy Award | Actress in a Supporting Role | Birdman of Alcatraz (film) | Nominated |
| 1960 | Academy Award | Actress in a Supporting Role | Pillow Talk | Nominated |
| 1954 | Academy Award | Actress in a Supporting Role | Pickup on South Street | Nominated |
| 1953 | Academy Award | Actress in a Supporting Role | With a Song in My Heart (film) | Nominated |
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