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Nina Mae McKinney

Nina Mae McKinney

Actor · born 12 June 1912 · Lancaster, South Carolina, USA

Nina Mae McKinney (June 12, 1912 – May 3, 1967) was an American actress who worked internationally during the 1930s and in the postwar period in theatre, film and television, after beginning her career on Broadway and in Hollywood. Dubbed "The Black Garbo" in Europe because of her striking beauty, McKinney was both one of the first African-American film stars in the United States and one of the first African-Americans to appear on British television.

Where to start: Copper Canyon (1950).

As actor 24

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Nina Mae McKinney movie?

By viewer score, Copper Canyon (1950) at 5.7/10.

What are Nina Mae McKinney’s most popular movies?

Pinky, Safe in Hell, Hallelujah.

How many movies has Nina Mae McKinney made?

24 films on TMDB, 24 as actor.

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