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Ann Dvorak (born Anna McKim; August 2, 1911 – December 10, 1979) was an American stage and film actress. Asked how to pronounce her adopted surname, she told The Literary Digest in 1936: "My fake name is properly pronounced vor'shack. The D remains silent.
Ann Dvorak made her first big entrance on August 2, 1911 in New York as Anna McKim. The only child of two vaudevillians, young Anna was raised in the business that would later make her a star (or at the least, a respected leading lady).
Ann Dvorak. Actress: Scarface. Ann Dvorak was the daughter of silent film star Anna Lehr and silents director Edwin McKim. She entered films at the start of sound, as a dance instructor for the lavish MGM musicals.
- August 2, 1911
- December 10, 1979
Ann Dvorak could have been a major Hollywood star. At least she should have been. With unconventional, yet striking good looks and an acting style that was raw and understated for the 1930s, she seemed destined to rise to the highest heights Warner Bros. had to offer.
Ann Dvorak (1911-1979) Actress. Additional Crew. Soundtrack. IMDbPro Starmeter See rank. Play trailer 2:16. Mrs. O'Malley and Mr. Malone (1950) 4 Videos. 99+ Photos. Help contribute to IMDb. Add a bio, trivia, and more. Born August 2, 1911. Died December 10, 1979 (68) Add to list. Awards. 1 win. Photos 199. Known for. Scarface. 7.7. Cesca. 1932.
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- New York City, New York, USA
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- Honolulu, Hawaii, USA
Back in August 2008, Christina Rice agreed to answer a few questions (via e-mail) about Ann Dvorak, whom Rice refers to as “Hollywood’s Forgotten Rebel.” Please follow the link below – and make sure to check out Rice’s website dedicated to Ann Dvorak.
Nov 8, 2013 · Ann Dvorak prepares to battle Warner Bros. in court in 1936. Courtesy of the Los Angeles Herald Examiner Collection, Los Angeles Public Library. Ann Dvorak may be the biggest Hollywood star you've never heard of.
