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Fanny Brice

Oct 29, 1891 - May 29, 1951 (59 years old) in New York City, New York, USA

Fania Borach (October 29, 1891 – May 29, 1951), known professionally as Fanny Brice or Fannie Brice, was an American comedienne, illustrated song model, singer, and theater and film actress who made many stage, radio, and film appearances. She was famously portrayed by Barbra Streisand in the musical Funny Girl.

Known For

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Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Self (archive footage)
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The Great Ziegfeld
Fannie Brice
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Ziegfeld Follies
Norma Edelman (segment "A Sweepstakes Ticket")
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Making Trouble: Three Generations of Funny Jewish Women
Self (archive footage)
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Hollywood Goes to Town
Self
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Be Yourself!
Fannie Field (as Fannie Brice)
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Everybody Sing
Olga Chekaloff
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The Great Radio Comedians
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Crime Without Passion
Woman in Hotel Lobby (uncredited)
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Almonds and Raisins

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