Taravella, Steve
Mary Wickes
- ISBN 13:
- 9781604739053
- author:
- Taravella, Steve
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- University Press of Mississippi
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 17.78 x 3.05 x 24.89 centimetres
- Genre:
- Biography, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Mary Wickes: I Know I've Seen That Face Before A behind-the-scenes look at the life of a Hollywood legend, Mary Wickes was part of some of the most significant moments in film, television, theatre, and radio history. From her iconic roles to her personal relationships with stars like Lucille Ball and Bette Davis, this book chronicles the life of a woman who brought unforgettable characters to screen and stage. Wickes's career spanned sixty years, during which she worked on numerous projects, including White Christmas, Now, Voyager, Sister Act, and 101 Dalmatians. This unique biography is filled with never-published stories from Broadway and Hollywood, offering a glimpse into the life of a complex woman who sustained a remarkable career. With interviews from almost three hundred people and private correspondence from Ball, Davis, Day, and others, Mary Wickes: I Know I've Seen That Face Before provides an intimate look at the life of this beloved actress.