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Ethel Shutta — Actress (former), American

Ethel Shutta

Also known as Bertha Ethel Schutte

Born
Dec 1, 1896
body type
Slim
nationality
American

Career

Active 1922 – 1975

Biography

About Ethel Shutta

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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.

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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

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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.

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