Margaret Hamilton facts for kids
Margaret Brainard Hamilton (born December 9, 1902 – died May 16, 1985) was an American actress. She is famous for playing the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz. In many movies, she often played older, practical women from New England. Her unique appearance helped her get steady work as a character actress. Later in her life, she acted in sitcoms (TV shows that make you laugh) and television commercials.
Early Life and Family
Margaret Hamilton was born in Cleveland, Ohio. She married Paul Boynton Meserve in 1931. They had one son together. Later, they separated. Margaret Hamilton never married again. She lived in New York City for most of her adult life. She later moved to Millbrook, New York.
Her Final Years
Margaret Hamilton passed away from a heart attack on May 16, 1985, in Connecticut. She was cremated at Poughkeepsie Rural Cemetery. Her ashes were scattered.
See also
In Spanish: Margaret Hamilton para niños
