Beatrice Arthur

  • Performer

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Beatrice Arthur, born Bernice Frankel, was an American actress and comedian. She was born on May 13, 1922, and passed away on April 25, 2009. Arthur had a long and successful career in both stage and television, becoming one of the most respected and beloved performers of her time. Arthur gained fame for her portrayal of the iconic character Dorothy Zbornak on the television sitcom "The Golden Girls," which aired from 1985 to 1992. Her portrayal of the sharp-witted, sarcastic, and lovable Dorothy earned her critical acclaim, and she won Emmy Awards for her performance. The show's success made Arthur a household name and a beloved figure in popular culture. Prior to "The Golden Girls," Arthur had a successful career in the theater, appearing in numerous Broadway productions. She received a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance as Vera Charles in the original Broadway production of "Mame" in 1966. Arthur's deep, distinctive voice and comedic timing made her a standout performer on stage. Throughout her career, Beatrice Arthur was known for her sharp wit, dry humor, and commanding presence. She left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry and continues to be remembered as a talented and beloved performer.}

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Personal Info

Birth Date: May 13, 1922
Birth Location: Brooklyn, New York, New York, USA
Death Date: April 25, 2009
Death Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
Cause of Death: Cancer

Stage & Film

Performance

Bea Arthur on Broadway
Original Broadway Production (2002)
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  • Herself
The Threepenny Opera
De Lys Revival Reunion Concert (2000)
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  • Jenny
Thoroughly Modern Millie
Workshop (1999)
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  • Mrs. Meers
Jubilee
Carnegie Hall Concert (1998)
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  • The Queen
Broadway At the Bowl
Concert Performance (1988)
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  • Cast
Mame
Film Version (1974)
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  • Vera
A Mother's Kisses
Closed on the road (1968)
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  • Meg
Mame
Original Broadway Production (1966)
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  • Vera Charles
Fiddler on the Roof
Original Broadway Production (1964)
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  • Yente, the Matchmaker
Gay Divorce
Off-Broadway Revival (1960)
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  • Hortense
Chic
Original Off-Broadway Production (1959)
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  • Cast
Ziegfeld Follies of 1956
Closed prior to Broadway (1956)
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  • Performer
The Threepenny Opera
Off-Broadway Return Engagement (1955)
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  • Lucy Brown
Plain and Fancy
Original Broadway Production (1955)
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  • Ruth Winters (understudy) (replacement: Aug 1955)
Seventh Heaven
Original Broadway Production (1955)
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  • Mme. Suze
Shoestring Revue
Original Off-Broadway Production (1955)
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  • Cast
The Threepenny Opera
Theatre de Lys Revival (1954)
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  • Lucy Brown
Paint Your Wagon
State Fair Musicals Production (1953)
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  • Sarah Woodling

Commercial Audio

Performance

Bea Arthur on Broadway
Original Broadway Cast (2002)
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  • Herself
Mame
Soundtrack (1974)
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  • Cast
Mame
Original Broadway Cast (1966)
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  • Vera Charles
Fiddler on the Roof
Original Broadway Cast (1964)
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  • Yente, the Matchmaker
Shoestring Revue
Original Cast (Composite) (1960)
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  • Cast
Shoestring '57
Original Off-Broadway Cast Members (1959)
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  • Cast
Seventh Heaven
Original Broadway Cast (1955)
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  • Mme. Suze
The Threepenny Opera
Original Off-Broadway Cast (1954)
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  • Lucy Brown

Private Audio

Performance

Thoroughly Modern Millie
Workshop Cast (1999)
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  • Mrs. Meers
Broadway At the Bowl
Original Cast (1988)
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  • Cast
Mame
Original Cast Rehearsal (1966)
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  • Vera Charles

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Beatrice Arthur, born Bernice Frankel, was an American actress and comedian. She was born on May 13, 1922, and passed away on April 25, 2009. Arthur had a long and successful career in both stage and television, becoming one of the most respected and beloved performers of her time. Arthur gained fame for her portrayal of the iconic character Dorothy Zbornak on the television sitcom "The Golden Girls," which aired from 1985 to 1992. Her portrayal of the sharp-witted, sarcastic, and lovable Dorothy earned her critical acclaim, and she won Emmy Awards for her performance. The show's success made Arthur a household name and a beloved figure in popular culture. Prior to "The Golden Girls," Arthur had a successful career in the theater, appearing in numerous Broadway productions. She received a Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance as Vera Charles in the original Broadway production of "Mame" in 1966. Arthur's deep, distinctive voice and comedic timing made her a standout performer on stage. Throughout her career, Beatrice Arthur was known for her sharp wit, dry humor, and commanding presence. She left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry and continues to be remembered as a talented and beloved performer.}

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Personal Info

Birth Date: May 13, 1922
Birth Location: Brooklyn, New York, New York, USA
Death Date: April 25, 2009
Death Location: Los Angeles, California, USA
Cause of Death: Cancer

Other Names

  • Bea Arthur

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