Eugenie Leontovich (b. March 21 circa 1900, Moscow, Russian Empire - d. April 2 1993, New York City) was a Russian-born stage actress with a distinguished career in theatre, film and television. Leontovich made her Broadway debut in 1922 in "Revue Russe", appearing with her future husband, Gregory Ratoff. She also appeared in "Bitter Oleander" (1935), "Dark Eyes" (1943) which she co-wrote, and "Obsession" (1946). Wikipedia
Was a well respected stage actress. Comparable to Bernhardt and Duse. Daughter of a Russian Tsarist army officer. Was nominated for Broadway's 1958 Tony Award as Best Actress (Dramatic) for "The Cave Dwellers." www.imdb.com/name/nm0503122/
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