Gertrude Berg
Gertrude Berg | |
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Berg as Molly Goldberg in 1951 | |
| Born | Tillie Edelstein October 3, 1899 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | September 14, 1966 (aged 66) New York City, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, screenwriter |
| Years active | 1929–1961 |
| Spouse |
Lewis Berg (m. 1918) |
| Children | 2 |
Gertrude Berg (born Tillie Edelstein; October 3, 1899 – September 14, 1966) was an American actress, screenwriter, and producer. A pioneer of classic radio, she was one of the first women to create, write, produce, and star in a long-running hit when she premiered her serial comedy-drama The Rise of the Goldbergs (1929), later known as The Goldbergs. Her career achievements included winning a Tony Award and an Emmy Award, both for Best Lead Actress.