Marpessa Dawn
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Marpessa Dawn (January 3, 1934 – August 25, 2008), also known as Gypsy Marpessa Dawn Menor, was an African American/Filipina French actress, as well as a singer and dancer. She is best remembered for her role in the film Black Orpheus (1959).
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Born | (1934-01-03)January 3, 1934 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | August 25, 2008(2008-08-25) (aged 74) |
Other names | Gypsy Marpessa Dawn Menor |
Occupation(s) | Actress, singer, dancer |
Years active | 1955–1995 |
Spouse(s) | Marcel Camus (divorced) Georges-Eric Vander-Elst |
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