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Eartha Kitt
Acting
January 17, 1927
Died: December 25, 2008(81 years)
North, South Carolina, USA
108 Credits
Eartha Mae Kitt (January 17, 1927 – December 25, 2008) was an American actress, singer and cabaret star. She was perhaps best known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 hit Christmas song "Santa Baby". Orson Welles once called her the "most exciting woman in the world." She took over the role of Catwoman for the third season of the 1960s Batman television series, replacing Julie Newmar, who was unavailable for the final season. She also was famous for being the voice of Yzma in Disney's The Emperor's New Groove as well as its sequel and TV series.
64 Movies
44 TV Shows
Biography
Eartha Mae Kitt (January 17, 1927 – December 25, 2008) was an American actress, singer and cabaret star. She was perhaps best known for her highly distinctive singing style and her 1953 hit Christmas song "Santa Baby". Orson Welles once called her the "most exciting woman in the world." She took over the role of Catwoman for the third season of the 1960s Batman television series, replacing Julie Newmar, who was unavailable for the final season. She also was famous for being the voice of Yzma in Disney's The Emperor's New Groove as well as its sequel and TV series.
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Personal Details
- Born
- January 17, 1927
- Died
- December 25, 2008 (81 years old)
- Birthplace
- North, South Carolina, USA
- Known For
- Acting
- Gender
- Female
Acting Credits
Movies64
TV Shows44
Total Credits108
