Leora dana biography


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    Leora Dana

    American actress (1923–1983)

    Leora Dana

    Leora Dana in trailer for Some Came Running (1958)

    Born(1923-04-01)April 1, 1923

    New York City, U.S.

    DiedDecember 13, 1983(1983-12-13) (aged 60)

    New York City, U.S.

    Occupation(s)American film, TV and stage actress
    Years active1956–1983
    AwardsTony Award for Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Play

    Leora Dana (April 1, 1923 – December 13, 1983) was an American film, stage and television actress.

    Early life

    Dana was born in New York City; her elder sister was Doris Dana.[1] Dana graduated from Barnard College and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.[1][2]

    Career

    Stage

    In 1947, Dana made her stage debut in London.[2] In 1948, she debuted on Broadway in The Madwoman of Chaillot.[1]

    Film

    After appearing in the 1957 western 3:10 to Yuma with Van Heflin and Glenn Ford, Dana had supporting roles in two 1958