Betty Furness
American actress , consumer advocate
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About Betty Furness
Betty Furness was highly acclaimed as one of the most well-known and successful American actresses. She was a legendary character whose superb acting ability captivated millions of moviegoers.
Career
She started in the modeling industry before being discovered by a talent scout and was signed by RKO Studios in 1932. Her most notable roles were in the movies "Magnificent Obsession" and "Swing Time," both of which she delivered outstanding performances.
"Shadow of Doubt," "Lucky Devils," and "Ace of Aces,” were among her other notable works.
Other Works
Furness pursued various interests outside her career, including consumer advocacy, commentary on current events, and involvement in several charitable and social causes.
Her Spouse
She was married to Leslie Midgley until she died in 1994.
Her Parents
Her dad was a businessman named George Furness. Her mum was simply called Florence.
Trivia
Furness was a lifelong member of the Democratic Party.
The 1.63 meters tall actress was a mother of four children.
She served as the 2nd Special Assistant to the President for Consumer Affairs from 1967 to 1969.
Cause of Death
She died as a result of stomach cancer. The actress and activist died at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
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F.A.Q. about Betty Furness
When is her birthday?
Betty Furness' birthday is on January 3, 1916.
In how many days is her birthday?
Betty's birthday is in 260 days
How old was Betty when she died?
She was 78 years old.
When did she die?
She died in April 2, 1994.
How old would she be today?
Betty Furness would be 108 years old if she was alive today.
Where was Betty from?
She was born in New York City, New York, U.S..