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On this day, April 5, 1908, Bette Davis was born.
Actress Bette Davis was #BornOnThisDay, April 5, 1908. Her career spanned more than 50 years (over 100 acting credits). Acted till the end of her life, 4 strokes, paralysis in the left side of her face & in her left arm, & slurred speech. Passed in 1989 (age 81) from #cancer.#RIP
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Wed Apr 5, 2023: On this day, April 5, 1908, Bette Davis was born.
There's already a thread about her in the DU Lounge. I'm posting this one to keep my bookmarks in order.
Wed Apr 5, 2023: 115 years ago, today, my favorite actress was born. That would be Bette Davis.
Tue Apr 5, 2022: Actress Bette Davis was #BornOnThisDay, April 5, 1908.