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Edith Claire Head (née Posenor, [1] October 28, 1897 – October 24, 1981) was an American costume designer who won a record eight Academy Awards for Best Costume Design [3] between 1949 and 1973, making her the most awarded woman in the Academy's history.
Oct 28, 2013 · Name a classic film starring a female legend from the golden age of cinema, and she’s likely felt the cool embrace of Edith Head’s tape measure. Click through our slideshow of 30 of her most fantastic costumes from film — and get some inspiration for your Netflix queue.
Edith Head (1897-1981) was a legendary costume designer and actress, known for her work on films like Sabrina, Roman Holiday and The Sting. She won eight Oscars and was nominated for 28, and also appeared in TV shows and plays.
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- San Bernardino, California, USA
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Jul 8, 2024 · Edith Head (born Oct. 28, 1897, San Bernardino, Calif., U.S.—died Oct. 24, 1981, Hollywood, Calif.) was an American motion-picture costume designer. Head was the daughter of a mining engineer, and she grew up in various towns and camps in Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico.
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Learn about Edith Head, a legendary costume designer who won eight Oscars and dressed Hollywood stars like Grace Kelly, Cary Grant and Elizabeth Taylor. Explore highlights from the Margaret Herrick Library and the Academy Film Archive featuring her work and legacy.
Film expert Alicia Fletcher highlights important moments in the career of legendary costume designer Edith Head, who holds a record of 8 Oscar wins.
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Edith Head was born on October 28, 1897 in San Bernardino, California, USA. She was a costume designer and actress, known for Sabrina (1954), Roman Holiday (1953) and The Sting (1973). She was married to Wiard Ihnen and Charles Head. She died on October 24, 1981 in Los Angeles, California, USA.
