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Mae WestMae West Mae West American actress (1893–1980) This article is about the actress. For other uses, see Mae West (disambiguation). Mary Jane "Mae" West (August 17, 1893 – November 22, 1980) was an American actress, singer, comedian, screenwriter, and playwright whose career spanned more than seven decades.[1] Recognized as a prominent sex symbol of her time, she was known for portraying sexually confident characters and for her use of double entendres, often delivering her lines in a distinctive contralto voice.[2] West began performing in vaudeville and on stage in New York City before moving on to film in Los Angeles. Quick facts Born, Died ... Mae West West in 1932 Born Mary Jane West (1893-08-17)August 17, 1893 Brooklyn, New York,… (Source: Wikipedia)
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