Margaret Hamilton (actress), Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Margaret Hamilton (actress)

American film character actress

Date of Birth: 09-Dec-1902

Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Date of Death: 16-May-1985

Profession: teacher, politician, stage actor, television actor, film actor

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Margaret Brainard Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film character actor best known for her portrayal of Miss Almira Gulch and the Wicked Witch of the West in Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer's classic film The Wizard of Oz (1939).A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actress in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image.
In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials.
She also gained recognition for her work as an advocate of causes designed to benefit children and animals, and retained a lifelong commitment to public education.
The Wicked Witch of the West was eventually ranked number four in the American Film Institute's 2003 list of the 50 Best Movie Villains of All Time, making her the top-ranking female villain.