Thelma Ritter

Biography

Thelma Ritter (February 14, 1902 – February 5, 1969) was an American actress, best known for her comedic roles as working-class characters and her strong New York accent. She was the recipient of a Tony Award and six nominations for Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, more than any other actress in the category.

Known For

Rear Window

as Stella

All About Eve

as Birdie Coonan

Miracle on 34th Street

as Peter's Mother (uncredited)

How the West Was Won

as Agatha Clegg

The Misfits

as Isabelle Steers

Birdman of Alcatraz

as Elizabeth Stroud

Pickup on South Street

as Moe Williams

Pillow Talk

as Alma

Alfred Hitchcock Presents

as Lottie Slocum

A Letter to Three Wives

as Sadie Dugan