Irene Worth

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Irene Worth, Honorary CBE (June 23, 1916 - March 9, 2002) was an American stage and screen actress who became one of the leading stars of the English and American theatre. She pronounced her given name with three syllables -- "I-REE-nee" -- and other actors are heard to use this pronunciation when referring to her at the Tony Awards ceremony and other public occasions.

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Date of Birth

Jun 23, 1916

Place of Birth

Fairbury, Nebraska, USA

Date of Death

Mar 10, 2002

Age

Known For

Acting

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