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Anna was a young child when her father Denis Murphy decamped to London to pursue his profession as a miniature portrait artist. By dint of talent and determination, she carved out a life of literary accomplishment, adventure, and fame that spanned England, Germany, France, Italy, and Canada...
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As I was researching this piece, I was surprised by how often Google prompted me to fill in the blanks with this question. What is it about Aubrey Plaza that makes her confusing? Is it that she seems shady and offensive? Surely she’s not the first female comedian with a bawdy sense ...
Anne Bancroft was one of the most lauded actresses of her time. She took home an Oscar, two Tonys, two Golden Globes, an Emmy, a Lifetime Achievement Comedy Award, and a handful of other nominations. She is best known for her role as Annie Sullivan in "The Miracle Worker," and as ...