
Ethel Shutta
Also known as Bertha Ethel Schutte
Career
Active 1922 – 1975
Biography
About Ethel Shutta
Slim and brown-haired, Ethel Shutta was an American actress and singer from New York City. She is best remembered as Eddie Cantor's nurse in the movie Whoopee! (1930). In the 1920s, she was a well-known stage actress. She married band leader George Olsen, with whom she also sang in clubs and on radio. In the late 1930s, she worked on her own as a singer. She made Broadway comebacks in 1943, and later in 1963 and 1971. Her last name is pronounced "Shoo-tay." Her career spanned from 1922 to 1975, a remarkable 53 years. She was active until shortly before her death in 1976 at age 79.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Died
- Thursday 5th of February 1976 (age 79)
- Years Active
- 1922-1975 (started around 25 years old; 53 years active)
- Birthplace
- New York City, New York, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Brown
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
How did Ethel Shutta's career span compare to her life?
She was active for 53 years, from 1922 to 1975, which was most of her adult life; she died in 1976 at 79.
What was notable about her Broadway appearances?
She made comebacks in 1943, 1963, and 1971, showing a long-lasting stage presence.
Did you know
- Her last name is pronounced "Shoo-tay."
- She was married to band leader George Olsen, with whom she performed in clubs and on radio.
- She began her career at about 25 and remained active for 53 years.
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