Acting
Birthday: October 29, 1891 (134)
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Fania Borach (October 29, 1891 – May 29, 1951), known professionally as Fanny Brice or Fannie Brice, was an American comedienne, illustrated song model, singer, and theater and film actress who made many stage, radio, and film appearances. She was famously portrayed by Barbra Streisand in the musical Funny Girl.
Known For
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Almonds and Raisins (1984)Age: 93
The Great Radio Comedians (1971)Age: 80
Ziegfeld Follies (1945)Age: 54as Norma Edelman (segment "A Sweepstakes Ticket")
Everybody Sing (1938)Age: 47as Olga Chekaloff
The Great Ziegfeld (1936)Age: 45as Fannie Brice
Crime Without Passion (1934)Age: 43as Woman in Hotel Lobby (uncredited)
Be Yourself! (1930)Age: 39as Fannie Field (as Fannie Brice)
The Man from Blankley's (1930)Age: 39
My Man (1928)Age: 37as Fannie Brand