Madeline Kahn
American actress, singer (1942-1999)
Madeline Kahn (September 29, 1942 – December 3, 1999) was an American actress. She was known mainly for her comic roles in moviess such as Paper Moon, Young Frankenstein, Blazing Saddles, What's Up, Doc?, and Clue. She made a guest appearance on The Carol Burnett Show and the Cosby Show.
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Carol Burnett and Madeline Kahn in 1976 | |
Born | Madeline Gail Wolfson September 29, 1942 |
Died | December 3, 1999 New York City, New York, United States | (aged 57)
Cause of death | Ovarian cancer |
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Years active | 1968–1999 |
Spouse(s) | John Hansbury (October–December 1999; her death) |
She was born in Boston, Massachusetts. She moved to New York City during her early childhood and died of ovarian cancer there.
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