Claudia McNeil date of birth:
August 13, 1917
How old was Claudia McNeil when died?
76
Where was Claudia McNeil born?
Baltimore, Maryland
When did Claudia McNeil die?
November 25, 1993
What is Claudia McNeil nationality?
American
What is Claudia McNeil's occupation?
Actress
Short Biography
Claudia McNeil (August 13, 1917 – November 25, 1993) was an American actress known for premiering the role of matriarch Lena Younger in both the stage and screen productions of A Raisin in the Sun. She later appeared in a 1981 production of the musical version of the play, Raisin presented by Equity Library Theater. She was twice nominated for a Tony Award, first for her onstage performance in A Raisin in the Sun (1959), and again for the play Tiger Tiger Burning Bright in 1962. She was also nominated for a Golden Globe Award and a BAFTA Award for the screen version of A Raisin in the Sun in 1961.