Julie Andrews

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Dame Julie Andrews, a beloved icon that has brought song and dance into the lives of many throughout the years. She has had an incredibly varied carreer. Actress, comedienne, dancer, singer, author; is there anything this incredible woman can't do? Julie Andrews is probably best remembered for her two career-defining roles that helped boost her to international stardom: her Oscar-winning role in "Mary Poppins" and her Oscar-nominated portrayal of Maria, the governess to the Von Trapp children, in "The Sound of Music".

Julie Andrews, born Julia Elizabeth Wells on 10/1/35 in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, England. Married Tony Walton on 5/10/59. They divorced eight years later (1967). Her second marriage was to Blake Edwards in 1969. Together Edwards and Andrews had two daughters, Amy in 1974 and Joanna in 1975.

Over the years she has been a recipient of many awards such as; Golden Globe, Henrietta Award, Emmy, David di Donatello Award,Grammy, BAFTA, People's Choice Award, Theatre World Award, Screen Actors Guild, and Academy Award.

Julie Andrews with Carol Burnett
Julie Andrews with Carol Burnett
From the classic movie "The Sound Of Music"
From the classic movie "The Sound Of Music"

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starrwriter 3 years ago

My grandmother-in-law knew the Von Trapp children. She used to play with them on summer vacations at their home in the eastern US, I believe. Thanks for the Hub. Keep them coming.

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    Julie Andrews Filmography

     

    Shrek the Third - (2007) - Voice

    Shrek 2 - (2004) - Actor

    The Princess Diaries 2 - (2004) - Actor

    Broadway: The American Musical - (2004) - Host

    Eloise at Christmastime - (2004) - Actor

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    Eloise at the Plaza - (2003) - Actor

    Best of the Muppet Show - Vol. 1: Elton John, Julie Andrews, Gene Kelly - (2002) - Guest

    One Special Night - (2002) - Actor

    Unconditional (2002) - Cameo

    The Princess Diaries - (2001) - Actor

    Relative Values - (2000) - Actor

    Hollywood Musicals of the 60's - (1999) - Featured

    Hey, Mr. Producer! - (1998) - Actor

    Hollywood Musicals of the 60's (3 tape set) - (1996) - Actor

    Victor/Victoria - (1995) - Actor

    A Fine Romance - (1992) - Actor

    Our Sons - (1991) - Actor

    Hollywood Bloopermania - (1991) - Actor

    Duet For One - (1986) - Actor

    That's Life - (1986) - Actor

    The Man Who Loved Women - (1983) - Actor

    Victor/Victoria - (1982) - Actor

    S.O.B. - (1981) - Actor

    Little Miss Marker - (1980) - Actor

    10 - (1979) - Actor

    The Tamarind Seed - (1974) - Actor

    Darling Lili - (1970) - Actor

    Star! - (1968) - Actor

    The Singing Princess - (1967) - Voice

    Thoroughly Modern Millie - (1967) - Actor

    Hawaii - (1966) - Actor

    Torn Curtain - (1966) - Actor

    The Sound of Music - (1965) - Actor

    The Americanization of Emily - (1964) - Actor

    Mary Poppins - (1964) - Actor

    Cinderella - (1957) - Actor

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