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Lee Patrick — Actress (former), American

Lee Patrick

Born
Nov 22, 1901
height
5'4" (or 162 cm)
nationality
American

Career

Active 1929 – 1975

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About Lee Patrick

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Lee Patrick was an American actress with a career that spanned 46 years, from 1929 to 1975. She was known for her versatility, playing tough and scrappy characters, as exemplified in the prison drama Caged (1950), and also portraying meek and twittery wives, such as the uppity socialite Doris Upson in Auntie Mame (1958). Born in New York, New York, she began acting professionally at about 27 years old and worked steadily for over five decades. Standing 5'4" tall, she left a mark on both film and stage. She passed away on November 21, 1982, at the age of 80. Her career demonstrates a remarkable range that kept her in demand for many years.

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Died
Sunday 21st of November 1982 (age 80)
Years Active
1929-1975 (started around 27 years old; 46 years active)
Birthplace
New York, New York, United States
Ethnicity
Caucasian
Sexuality
Straight

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How did Lee Patrick's career span compare to her age?

She was active for 46 years, starting at around 27 years old and continuing until 1975, which was about 7 years before her death at 80.

What roles show her range as an actress?

She played a tough, hard-bitten dame in Caged (1950) and a meek, twittery socialite in Auntie Mame (1958), showing her ability to handle very different character types.

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