Bette Davis

Ruth Elizabeth "Bette" Davis (April 5, 1908 – October 6, 1989) was an American actress of film, television and theater. Noted for her willingness to play unsympathetic characters, she was highly regarded for her performances in a range of film genres, from contemporary crime melodramas to historical and period films and occasional comedies, although her greatest successes were her roles in romantic dramas. After appearing in Broadway plays, Davis... More

Date of birth:

  • Apr 5, 1908

Date of death:

  • Oct 6, 1989 (age 81 years)

Height:

  • 1.6 m (5.2 ft )

Religion:

Also known as:

  • Ruth Elizabeth Davis,
  • bette_davis,
  • Bette Davis,
  • Davis, Bette,
  • The First Lady of Film,
  • The Fifth Warner Brother,
  • Miss Bette Davis
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Awards

Reuben Award for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year Winners

Academy Award for Actress in a Leading Role Nominees

Appears in ranked lists:

List Rank Year Note
  • 2
  • 1999
  • Top Female Legends

AFI's 100 Years... 100 Stars of 1999

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