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Edith Massey (born Edith Y. Dornfeld; May 28, 1918 – October 24, 1984) was an American actress and singer. Massey was best known for her appearances in a series of movies by director John Waters. She was one of the Dreamlanders, Waters's stable of regular cast and crew members.
Edith Massey was a snaggle-toothed actress and composer who starred in several films by John Waters, such as Pink Flamingos and Polyester. She was born in New York City, ran a thrift shop in Baltimore, and died of cancer in Los Angeles in 1984.
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May 27, 2021 · A 1982 interview with the late actress and thrift shop owner, who starred in five John Waters films, including Polyester. Learn about her life, career, and personality in her own words and with photos and videos.
Apr 2, 2010 · Profile of Edith Massey from 1978. John Waters met Massey while she was working at Pete's Hotel and offered her a role as herself in the film Multiple Maniac...
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Mar 9, 2013 · Edith Massey (1918 - 1984) American actress and singer. Massey was best known for her appearances in a series of movies by director John Waters. She was one of the Dreamlanders, Waters's...
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The world-renowned short film about beloved underground film actress, Edith Massey. Buy the full 30 minute director's re-mastered special edition on e-bay. ...
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Edith Massey was a snaggle-toothed actress and singer who starred in several John Waters films, such as Pink Flamingos and Polyester. She was born in New York City, raised in an orphanage, and ran a thrift shop in Baltimore before becoming a movie star.