Fanny Brice
Born: 1891-10-29
Birthplace: New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Fania Borach (October 29, 1891 – May 29, 1951), known professionally as Fanny Brice or Fannie Brice, was an American comedienne, illustrated song model, singer, and theater and film actress who made many stage, radio, and film appearances. She was famously portrayed by Barbra Streisand in the musical Funny Girl.
Known For
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Ziegfeld Follies
The Great Ziegfeld
Everybody Sing
The Man from Blankley's
Bob Hope's World of Comedy
Making Trouble: Three Generations of Funny Jewish Women
Hollywood Goes to Town
Be Yourself!
Crime Without Passion
Top Movie Credits
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Self (archive footage)
Ziegfeld Follies
Norma Edelman (segment "A Sweepstakes Ticket")
The Great Ziegfeld
Fannie Brice
Everybody Sing
Olga Chekaloff
Bob Hope's World of Comedy
Self - Tribute Montage (archive footage)
Making Trouble: Three Generations of Funny Jewish Women
Self (archive footage)
Be Yourself!
Fannie Field (as Fannie Brice)
Crime Without Passion
Woman in Hotel Lobby (uncredited)