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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2 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

The Best of Broadway Musicals - Original Cast performance from the Ed Sullivan Show - (2003) - Actor

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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