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- NAME: Greer Garson
- OCCUPATION: Film Actress
- BIRTH DATE: September 29, 1904
- DEATH DATE: April 06, 1996
- EDUCATION: University of London
- PLACE OF BIRTH: London, England
- PLACE OF DEATH: Dallas, Texas
- Originally: Eileen Evelyn Greer Garson
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British-born Hollywood starlet Greer Garson was one of the most popular actresses of the World War II era.
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Hollywood starlet Greer Garson, born in London, became one of the most popular actresses of the World War II era. The red-headed starlet gained popularity in numerous films for MGM studios, including Madame Curie (1943) and Mrs. Miniver (1942)--for which she won a Best Actress award.© 2013 A+E Networks. All rights reserved.
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