Clara Blandick

Clara Blandick (June 4, 1876 - April 15, 1962) was an American actress. She acted in stage plays and movies. She played Auntie Em in the movie The Wizard of Oz. She also did many other movies. She was raised in Boston. She moved to New York City for her acting career. Blandick committed suicide at age 85 using sleeping pills.

Clara Blandick
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Born
Clara Blanchard Dickey

June 4, 1876
Aboard an American ship near Hong Kong
DiedApril 15, 1962
Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Cause of deathSuicide
OccupationActress
Years active1914–1950
Known forAuntie Em in The Wizard of Oz
Spouse(s)Harry Staunton Elliott
(1905–1912)