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

The Trouble with Angels
Gypsy
Six by Sondheim
Belle of the Yukon
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Lady of Burlesque
Gypsy
Doll Face
Stage Door Canteen
You Can't Have Everything

Top Movie Credits

The Trouble with Angels Mrs. Mabel Dowling Phipps
Gypsy Novel
Six by Sondheim Self (archive footage)
Belle of the Yukon Belle De Valle
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? Self (archive footage)
Gypsy Novel
Doll Face Theatre Play
Stage Door Canteen Gypsy Rose Lee