Margaret Hamilton

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film actress known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actor in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image. In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials. She also gained recognition for her work as an advocate of causes designed to benefit children and animals, and retained a lifelong commitment to public education.

Known For

The Wizard of Oz

as Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch of the West

The Addams Family

as Granny Frump

The Ox-Bow Incident

as Mrs. Larch (uncredited)

Sesame Street

as The Wicked Witch

You Only Live Once

as Hester

The Anderson Tapes

as Miss Kaler

13 Ghosts

as Elaine Zacharides

Nothing Sacred

as Warsaw, Vermont Drugstore Lady

Gunsmoke

as Edsel Pry

People Will Talk

as Sarah Pickett (uncredited)