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Margaret Hamilton

Margaret Hamilton

Acting
09 Dec 1902
16 May 1985
Cleveland, Ohio, USA

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film actress known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actor in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image. In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials. She also gained recognition for her work as an a...

Also Known As

Margaret Brainard Hamilton

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