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Image info
| Artist | It is unclear whether the production company Screen Gems (the studio which produced the television series Grindl) or NBC (the network which aired the series) distributed the press materials. |
|---|---|
| Credit | Original 1964 Screen Gems / NBC press-release in uploader's possession |
| License | pd |
| Desc | Publicity photo of Imogene Coca and Billy Booth promoting the episode "Aunt Grindl" for the television series Grindl. |
| Usage | Public domain |
American comic actress
Imogene Coca is ...
Dead
| Born | 18 November 1908 in Philadelphia |
|---|---|
| Died | 2 June 2001 in Westport |
| Age | 92 years, 7 months |
| Sex or gender | female |
|---|---|
| Country of citizenship | United States of America |
| Manner of death | natural causes |
| Spouse | King Donovan |
| Occupation | actor, stage actor, television actor and film actor |
| Awards | Peabody Award |
About Imogene Coca
Imogene Coca was a comedic force to be reckoned with. Born in Philadelphia in 1908, Coca began her career in vaudeville before transitioning to television and film. She is best known for her work on the groundbreaking sketch comedy show "Your Show of Shows" alongside Sid Caesar.
Coca's comedic timing and physicality were unmatched, and she quickly became a fan favorite. Her ability to play a wide range of characters, from zany housewives to sophisticated socialites, made her a versatile performer.
In addition to her work on "Your Show of Shows," Coca appeared in numerous films and television shows throughout her career. She received an Emmy Award for her role on the sitcom "It's About Time" in 1967.
Despite her success, Coca remained humble and dedicated to her craft. She once said, "I'm not a star. I'm an actress. And there's a big difference."
Coca passed away in 2001 at the age of 92, but her legacy lives on. She paved the way for female comedians and inspired countless performers with her unique brand of humor.
References:
- "Imogene Coca, 92, Comedian Who Lit Up Early TV, Dies" by Douglas Martin, The New York Times, June 3, 2001
- "Imogene Coca: The Forgotten Queen of Comedy" by Scott Yanow, JazzTimes, March 1, 2002
- "Imogene Coca: A Life in Comedy" by John Dunning, The New Yorker, June 11, 2001
About Death
On June 2, 2001, Coca died at her home in Westport, Connecticut, aged 92, from natural causes incidental to Alzheimer's disease.
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