Acting
May Whitty
May Whitty was born on June 19, 1865. May Whitty died on May 29, 1948 at the age of 82.
- Born
- June 19, 1865
- Place of birth
- Liverpool, Merseyside, England, UK
- Died
- May 29, 1948 (82 years old)
Biography
Dame Mary Louise Webster, DBE (19 June 1865 – 29 May 1948), known professionally as May Whitty and later, for her charity work, Dame May Whitty, was an English stage and film actress. She was one of the first two women entertainers to become a Dame. The British actors union Equity was established in her home. After a successful career she moved over to Hollywood films at the age of 72. She went to live in America, where she won awards for her film roles.
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Frequently asked questions
When was May Whitty born?
May Whitty was born on June 19, 1865. (Liverpool, Merseyside, England, UK)
How old is May Whitty?
May Whitty died on May 29, 1948 at the age of 82.
Updated: October 29, 2026 ·