Josephine Hull

Born: 1877-01-02

Birthplace: Newtonville, Massachusetts, U.S.

Biography

Josephine Hull (born January 3, reportedly 1886, but probably 1883  – died March 12, 1957) was an American actress. She had a successful 50-year career on stage while taking some of her better known roles to film. She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for Harvey, a role she also created on the Broadway stage.

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Known For

Arsenic and Old Lace
Harvey
Careless Lady
James Stewart: A Wonderful Life
The Lady from Texas
After Tomorrow
The Bishop's Candlesticks

Top Movie Credits

Arsenic and Old Lace Aunt Abby Brewster
Harvey Veta Louise Simmons
Careless Lady Aunt Cora
James Stewart: A Wonderful Life Self (archive footage)
The Lady from Texas Miss Birdie Wheeler
After Tomorrow Mrs. Piper