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Personal Info

Profession
Actress
Gender
Female
Birthday
October 5, 1923
Died
January 4, 2024 (at 100 years old)
Place of Birth
Pretoria, South Africa
Popularity
1.4
Available Movies
4 released

External Links

Glynis Johns

Actress Pretoria, South Africa 3

Awards & Nominations

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Major awards verified (Golden Globes, Oscars)
● 0 Wins
2 Nominations
Golden Globes
1 nom.
Oscars
1 nom.
Complete Award Details 2 Major
● 5 Wins
3 Nominations
Other
5 1 nom.
Golden Globe
1 nom.
Oscar
1 nom.
Year Award Result
1963 Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama The Chapman Report
1961 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress The Sundowners
1998 Disney Legends
1977 Laurence Olivier Award for Actress of the Year in a New Play Cause Célèbre
1973 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical A Little Night Music
1973 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical A Little Night Music
1965 Laurel Awards Mary Poppins
1942 National Board of Review Award for Best Actress 49th Parallel
Year Award
1998 Disney Legends
1973 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical A Little Night Music
1973 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical A Little Night Music
1965 Laurel Awards Mary Poppins
1942 National Board of Review Award for Best Actress 49th Parallel
Year Award
1963 Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama The Chapman Report
1961 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress The Sundowners
1977 Laurence Olivier Award for Actress of the Year in a New Play Cause Célèbre
Year Festival Award For
1963 Golden Globes Best Actress - Drama The Chapman Report
1961 Oscars Best Supporting Actress The Sundowners
Award details source: Wikidata

About Glynis Johns

Glynis Johns was born on 5 October 1923 in Pretoria, South Africa. Glynis Johns passed away on 4 January 2024 at the age of 100. Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 4 films with Glynis Johns available. Among Glynis Johns's most popular films: Mary Poppins, While You Were Sleeping, Around the World in 80 Days, The Sundowners.

Glynis Johns, born on October 5, 1923, in Pretoria, South Africa, was a distinguished actress known for her versatile performances in film and theater. She gained widespread recognition for her role as the enchanting Mary Poppins' love interest, Winifred Banks, in the beloved 1964 Disney musical "Mary Poppins." Her career spanned several decades, during which she showcased her talents in notable films such as "The Court Jester," released in 1955, where she starred alongside Danny Kaye, and "While You Were Sleeping," a romantic comedy released in 1995 that further highlighted her charm and comedic ability.

Johns' contributions to the performing arts were celebrated by audiences worldwide. She passed away on January 4, 2024, leaving behind a legacy marked by her memorable roles and a significant impact on the film industry.

Best Known Films of Glynis Johns

Career Statistics - Glynis Johns

4
Total Credits
40
Years Active
1956 - 1995
7.1
Avg. Movie Rating
1.4
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
4 films
Top Genres
Comedy (3) Fantasy (2) Family (2) Adventure (2) Romance (2)

Frequent Co-Stars of Glynis Johns

Best Movies with Glynis Johns

A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.

Glynis Johns has 4 films released between 1956 and 1995.