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Date of Birth: April 29, 1917
Date of Death: July 15, 2012 (95)

Birth Place: New York, NY

Bio:
Celeste Holm took the stage in 27 Broadway productions. Her most recent appearance was in 1991's I Hate Hamlet. She made her debut on the Great White Way in 1938's Gloriana and originated the role of Ado Annie in Oklahoma!. She has also appeared in Broadway's The Time of Your Life, Another Sun, The ... (read complete bio)

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Stage Credits

  [Off-Broadway]
Encores! Concert, 1994
Grandma Taylor
  [Broadway]
1991
Lillian Troy
  [Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1979
Performer
Julia Faysle
  [Broadway]
1975
Lady Rumpers
  [Broadway]
Closed on the road, 1972
Performer
  [Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1971
Babylove [Replacement]
  [Broadway]
1970
Candida
  [Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1966
Mame Dennis [Replacement]
  [Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1960
Camilla Jablonski
  [Broadway]
1958
Helen Sayre
  [Broadway]
1958
Mrs. Price
  [Broadway]
1954
Maggie Palmer
  [Broadway]
1952
Anna Christopherson
  [Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1951
Anna Leonowens [Replacement]
  [Broadway]
1950
Irene Elliott
  [Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1944
Evelina
Evalina
  [Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1943
Ado Annie Carnes
  [Broadway]
1942
Calla Longstreth
  [Broadway]
1942
Fifi Oritanski
  [Broadway]
1942
Emma
  [Broadway]
1941
Lady Keith-Odlyn
  [Broadway]
1941
Marcia Godden
  [Broadway]
1940
Mary L.
  [Broadway]
1940
His Daughter
  [Broadway]
1940
Maria
  [Broadway]
1939
Mary L.
  [Broadway]
1938
Lady Mary

Celeste Holm Movies

Three Little Girls in Blue
 
[1946]
Miriam Harrington
Gentleman's Agreement
 
[1947]
Anne Dettrey
Carnival in Costa Rica
 
[1947]
Celeste
The Snake Pit
 
[1948]
Grace
Road House
 
[1948]
Susie Smith
Everybody Does It
 
[1949]
Doris Blair Borland
Chicken Every Sunday
 
[1949]
Emily Hefferan
Champagne for Caesar
 
[1950]
Flame O Neil
All About Eve
 
[1950]
Karen
The Tender Trap
 
[1955]
Sylvia Crewes
High Society
 
[1956]
Liz Imbrie
Bachelor Flat
 
[1961]
Helen Bushmill
Doctor, You've Got to Be Kidding!
 
[1967]
Louise Halloran
Tom Sawyer
 
[1973]
Aunt Polly
Bittersweet Love
 
[1976]
Marian Lewis
The Private Files of J. Edgar Hoover
 
[1977]
Florence Hollister
Three Men and a Baby
 
[1987]
Jack's Mother
Still Breathing
 
[1997]
Ida, Fletcher's Grand Mother
Alchemy
 
[2005]
Iris
Driving Me Crazy: Proof of Concept
 
[2012]
Mrs. Ginsberg
College Debts
 
[2015]
Grandma GG

Celeste Holm TV Shows

Archie Bunker's Place
 
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Estelle Harris
Christine Cromwell
 
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Samantha Cromwell
Fantasy Island
 
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Sister Veronica, Mabel Jarvis
Loving
 
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Isabelle Alden #3
Medical Center
 
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Geraldine Stern, Dr. Linda Wilson
Nancy
 
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Abigail 'Abby' Townsend, Abigai 'Abby' Townsendl, Abigail 'Abby' Townsenf
Promised Land
 
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Hattie Greene
The Fugitive
 
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Pearl Saunders, Flo Hagerman
The Love Boat
 
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Florence Flanders, Estelle Castlewood
Touched by an Angel
 
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Hattie Greene
Trapper John, M.D.
 
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Lillie Townsend, Claudia

Celeste Holm Biography

Celeste Holm took the stage in 27 Broadway productions. Her most recent appearance was in 1991's I Hate Hamlet. She made her debut on the Great White Way in 1938's Gloriana and originated the role of Ado Annie in Oklahoma!. She has also appeared in Broadway's The Time of Your Life, Another Sun, The Return of the Vagabond, Eight O'Clock Tuesday, My Fair Ladies, Papa Is All, All the Comforts of Home, The Damask Cheek, Bloomer Girl, Affairs of State, The King and I, Anna Christie, His and Hers, Interlock, Third Best Sport, Invitation to a March, Mame, Candida, The Grass Harp, Mama, Habeas Corpus, The Utter Glory of Morrissey Hall and more. In 1994, Holm participated in the Off-Broadway Encores! Concert version of Allegro.

Holm won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress in the film Gentlemen's Agreement and was also nominated for Come to the Stable and All About Eve. Holm's most recent film is the comedy College Debts, set for 2013. Her other film credits include Driving Me Crazy, Alchemy, Still Breathing, Three Men and a Baby, Backstairs at the White House, Bittersweet Love, Tom Sawyer, Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, High Society, The Tender Trap, Three Little Girls in Blue and many more.

On television, Holm was nominated for Emmy Awards for Insight and Backstairs at the White House, as well as a Daytime Emmy for Loving. She played roles in the TV series Nancy, Archie Bunker's Place, Falcon Crest, The Beat, Promised Land, The Love Boat, Touched by an Angel and more.








Celeste Holm News

The Actors Studio to Present THE PLAYWRIGHT: TALES FROM THE COLOR LINE This Spring Photo The Actors Studio to Present THE PLAYWRIGHT: TALES FROM THE COLOR LINE This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 20, 2023

Continuing  its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights The Actors Studio will open its doors to the public for a special event, free and open to the public: The Playwright: Tales From The Color Line on Saturday, March 25 at 7PM.

The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public to Free Events, Including Play Readings & Mor Photo The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public to Free Events, Including Play Readings & More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 13, 2023

This Spring, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.

The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public Inside its Doors for ACTORS STUDIO IN PROCESS Photo The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public Inside its Doors for ACTORS STUDIO IN PROCESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 27, 2023

 The Actors Studio will open its doors to the public to observe “Actors Studio In Process” on Friday, March 3 and Saturday, March 4 at 7PM.

The Best Movies About Plays and Backstage Stories Photo The Best Movies About Plays and Backstage Stories
by BWW Features - Feb 19, 2023

Whether it’s a musical, drama, horror, or comedy, BroadwayWorld is pulling back the curtain on some of the best movies about backstage stories!

Chazz Palminteri, Bobby Moresco & More to be Featured in The Actors Studio February E Photo Chazz Palminteri, Bobby Moresco & More to be Featured in The Actors Studio February Events
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 31, 2023

In February, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights.

The Actors Studio to Host Three Special 75th Anniversary Events in December Photo The Actors Studio to Host Three Special 75th Anniversary Events in December
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 28, 2022

Starting this week, The Actors Studio will continue its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights. In December, the legendary studio will open its doors to the public for with three special events, each free and open to the public.

The Actors Studio Hosts Three Special 75th Anniversary Events This December Photo The Actors Studio Hosts Three Special 75th Anniversary Events This December
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 21, 2022

This December, The Actors Studio continues its 75th Anniversary celebration as the world's most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors and playwrights. The legendary studio, located at 432 West 44th Street, will open its doors to the public for with three special events, each free and open to the public.

The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public Inside its Doors for ACTORS STUDIO IN PROCESS Photo The Actors Studio to Welcome the Public Inside its Doors for ACTORS STUDIO IN PROCESS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 4, 2022

The Actors Studio, now celebrating 75 years as the world’s most celebrated and influential membership association for professional actors, directors & playwrights, will open its doors to the public to observe “Actors Studio In Process” on Friday, November 11 and Saturday, November 12 at 7PM.

Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Arrives in Sydney Photo Rodgers + Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Arrives in Sydney
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2022

Final tickets are on sale this week for the Tony Award-winning Broadway production of Rodgers + Hammerstein's Cinderella, which has waltzed into Sydney's Lyric Theatre this week, performing to packed audiences.

The Actors Studio to Present Conversation With Al Pacino & DOG DAY AFTERNOON Screenin Photo The Actors Studio to Present Conversation With Al Pacino & DOG DAY AFTERNOON Screening for 75th Anniversary
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 14, 2022

The Actors Studio will host a 75th Anniversary benefit screening of the Academy Award-winning film Dog Day Afternoon, followed by a live interview with the film’s star and The Actors Studio co-president Al Pacino. The Gala event will take place Thursday, October 27 at 7PM, the United Palace.

Celeste Holm Videos

WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast Celebrates 100th Year of New Haven's Shubert Theater
by Jeffrey Ellis - Dec 23, 2014

What better way to commemorate the 100th birthday of one of the nation's most storied theaters - The Shubert Theater in New Haven, Connecticut - than with a special video starring the national company of Irving Berlin's White Christmas, the first show to take the stage in the theater's centennial year?

STAGE TUBE: Clips - 50th Anniversary Edition of Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA Out on DVD Today
by Stage Tube - Sep 9, 2014

Samuel Goldwyn Films has entered an agreement with Shout! Factory to release the classic Lesley Ann Warren version of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella on home video. Cinderella comes to life in this 50th Anniversary Edition of the most beloved fairy tale of all time, available on DVD from Shout! Factory today, September 9, 2014. Click below to watch the Prince duet with Cinderella in '10 Minutes Ago', plus 'Impossible' and more!

STAGE TUBE: Four Clips from the 50th Anniversary Edition of Rodgers & Hammerstein's CINDERELLA, Starring Lesley Ann Warren!
by Stage Tube - Aug 26, 2014

Samuel Goldwyn Films has entered an agreement with Shout! Factory to release the classic Lesley Ann Warren version of Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella on home video. Cinderella comes to life in this 50th Anniversary Edition of the most beloved fairy tale of all time, available on DVD from Shout! Factory on September 9, 2014. In anticipation of the release, click below to watch the Prince duet with Cinderella in '10 Minutes Ago', plus 'Impossible' and more!

STAGE TUBE: Remembering OKLAHOMA!'s Joan Roberts
by Stage Tube - Aug 15, 2012

As BroadwayWorld reported yesterday, Joan Roberts, the stage and film actress who created the role of 'Laurey' in the original 1943 production of Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA!, died on Monday August 13, in Stamford, Connecticut. She was 95, and died of congestive heart failure, according to her son, John Donlon. In the video below, Imagem Music Group remembers the stage star by sharing a 2011 interview. Check it out below.

STAGE TUBE: Massey, Wise Sing 'Needle in a Haystack' from LUCKY GUY
by BroadwayWorld TV - Mar 28, 2011

Avid Theatricals presents the Off-Broadway premiere of Lucky Guy, a new musical comedy, written and directed by Willard Beckham. Performances will begin on Thursday, April 28, 2011 and continue through Sunday, July 24, 2011 at the Little Shubert Theatre (422 West 42nd Street, between 9th & Dyer Avenues). Opening night is set for Thursday, May 19, 2011. Lucky Guy will play a 12-week limited engagement. Check out stars Kyle Dean Massey and Savannah Wise singing 'Needle in a Haystack' from the show!

MasterCard Presents: Broadway Beat's Priceless Moments #16 Celeste Holm
by Broadway Beat Priceless Moments - Mar 8, 2008

Acclaimed star Celeste Holm worked seamlessly between stage and screen. One of her most famous stage roles was Ado Annie in Rodgers and Hammerstein's landmark 1943 musical Oklahoma! Here she talks about her audition for that career changing role.

BWW TV: 'FLIRT with Haviland Stillwell' Premieres with David Hyde Pierce
by FLIRT with Haviland Stillwell - Mar 5, 2008

BroadwayWorld.com is proud to announce its newest offering in the streaming video space. FLIRT is BroadwayWorld's new talk show hosted by Broadway star Haviland Stillwell. The pilot episode features the Tony and Emmy Award-winning star David Hyde Pierce.


Celeste Holm Frequently Asked Questions

How many Broadway shows has Celeste Holm been in?
Celeste Holm has appeared on Broadway in 26 shows.

How many West End shows has Celeste Holm been in?
Celeste Holm has not appeared in the West End