Frances Farmer

Known for Acting

Born

September 19, 1913

Died

August 1, 1970 (56 years old)

Place of Birth

Seattle, Washington, USA

Also Known As

Frances Elena Farmer

Biography

Frances Elena Farmer (September 19, 1913 – August 1, 1970) was an American actress of stage and screen. She is perhaps better known for sensationalized and fictional accounts of her life, and especially her involuntary commitment to a mental hospital. Farmer was the subject of three films, three books, and numerous songs and magazine articles.

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