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Marianne McAndrew

Movie Actress

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1942-11-11
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An American actress who gained recognition for her role as Irene Molloy in the film Hello Dolly! also appeared in another notable film, The Seven Minutes. Prior to her big break, she made her film debut in Hello Dolly! back in 1969. In 1970, she tied the knot with Stewart Moss, and she comes from a family that includes two brothers. This actress has certainly left her mark in cinematic history with those early roles and continues to be remembered for her contributions to film.

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She was actually nominated for not one, but two Golden Globe Awards back in 1969. One nomination came in the category of Best Supporting Actress, which was a big deal at the time, and the other recognized her rising talent as she was also up for New Star of the Year. It really marked a turning point in her career, showing just how much she stood out that year. She definitely made an impression, and those nominations helped solidify her place in Hollywood. She truly had momentum on her side during that period.

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