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Ethel Merman

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Actor · Singer

Ethel Merman

American actress and singer (1908-1984)

Ethel Merman was born on January 16, 1908 and died on February 15, 1984, aged 76.

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Born
January 16, 1908, Astoria
Died
February 15, 1984
Zodiac sign
Capricorn
Country
United States
Known as
Actor, Singer

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  • Ethel Merman was born on a Thursday.
  • Ethel Merman would have turned 118 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: July 16. Birthstone: Garnet.
  • Ethel Merman belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was Ethel Merman born?

Ethel Merman was born on January 16, 1908 and died on February 15, 1984, aged 76.

What is Ethel Merman’s zodiac sign?

Capricorn, born January 16.