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Mary Virginia Martin (December 1, 1913 – November 3, 1990) was an American actress and singer. A muse of Rodgers and Hammerstein, she originated many leading roles on stage over her career, including Nellie Forbush in South Pacific (1949), the title character in Peter Pan (1954), and Maria von Trapp in The Sound of Music (1959).
Mary Martin was a Broadway star who played Peter Pan, Annie Oakley, and other roles. She also appeared in Hollywood musicals and TV shows, and was the mother of actor Larry Hagman.
Mary Martin (born December 1, 1913, Weatherford, Texas, U.S.—died November 3, 1990, Rancho Mirage, California) was an American singer and actress best known for her work in Broadway musicals. Martin attended private schools and for a year the University of Texas.
Mary Martin was a Broadway actress who starred in musicals such as South Pacific and Peter Pan. She was the mother of actor Larry Hagman and had a long and successful career despite facing challenges and tragedies.
Nov 5, 1990 · Mary Martin, America's favorite leading lady of musical comedy, as Ens. Nellie Forbush in "South Pacific," Maria von Trapp in "The Sound of Music" or the title role in "Peter...
Nov 5, 1990 · Mary Martin, the Broadway musical legend who portrayed Nellie Forbush and Maria von Trapp but who was Peter Pan to a mesmerized world, has died of cancer, it was reported Sunday. Miss Martin, 76,...
Nov 3, 1990 · Learn about the life and career of Mary Martin, America's favorite leading lady in musical comedy, who originated Nellie, Peter Pan, and Maria. Find out how she won four Tony Awards® and an Emmy®, and why she preferred the stage to the screen.
