This actress was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on April 3, 1922. She was an American singer, actress, and animal welfare activist. She began her career as a big band singer in 1939, and by the late 1940s, she had become one of the biggest box offices draws in the world. She starred in a number of films throughout the 1950s and 1960s, including Calamity Jane and Pillow Talk. She was known for her wholesome screen presence and her versatility as a performer. She received numerous awards throughout her career, including the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2004. In later years, she became an advocate for animal rights and founded an Animal Foundation in her name. She passed away on May 13, 2019, at the age of 97.
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