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Phyllis Diller

Phyllis Diller

Actor · born 17 July 1917 · Lima, Ohio, USA

Phyllis Ada Diller (née Driver; July 17, 1917 – August 20, 2012) was an American stand-up comedian, actress, author, musician, and visual artist, best known for her eccentric stage persona, self-deprecating humor, wild hair and clothes, and exaggerated, cackling laugh.

Diller was one of the first female comics to become a household name in the U.S., credited as an influence by Joan Rivers, Roseanne Barr, and Ellen DeGeneres, among others. She had a large gay following and is considered a gay icon. She was also one of the first celebrities to openly champion plastic surgery, for which she was recognized by the cosmetic surgery industry.

Where to start: Splendor in the Grass (1961).

As actor 72

TV shows 41

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Phyllis Diller movie?

By viewer score, Splendor in the Grass (1961) at 7.5/10.

What are Phyllis Diller’s most popular movies?

A Bug's Life, Splendor in the Grass, The Silence of the Hams.

How many movies has Phyllis Diller made?

72 films on TMDB, 72 as actor.

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