Gypsy Rose Lee

Born: 1911-01-08

Birthplace: Seattle, Washington, USA

Biography

Gypsy Rose Lee (born Rose Louise Hovick, January 8, 1911 – April 26, 1970) was an American burlesque entertainer, stripper and vedette famous for her striptease act. Also an actress, author, and playwright, her 1957 memoir was adapted into the 1959 stage musical Gypsy which inspired the 1962 musical comedy-drama film Gypsy.

From Wikipedia.

Known For

Gypsy
Six by Sondheim
Screaming Mimi
The Trouble with Angels
The Stripper
Doll Face
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Gypsy
Lady of Burlesque
The Over the Hill Gang

Top Movie Credits

Gypsy Novel
Six by Sondheim Self (archive footage)
Screaming Mimi Joann 'Gypsy' Masters
The Trouble with Angels Mrs. Mabel Dowling Phipps
The Stripper Madame Olga
Doll Face Theatre Play
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? Self (archive footage)
Gypsy Novel