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Costume & Make-Up
Edith Head
Edith Head is best known for Columbo, The Ed Sullivan Show, The Merv Griffin Show and Little Women. Edith Head was born on October 28, 1897. Edith Head died on October 24, 1981 at the age of 83.
- Born
- October 28, 1897
- Place of birth
- San Bernadino, California, USA
- Died
- October 24, 1981 (83 years old)
Biography
Edith Head (October 28, 1897 – October 24, 1981) was an American costume designer who won a record eight Academy Awards for Best Costume Design, starting with The Heiress (1949) and ending with The Sting (1973).
Known for
Filmography
- 1979Women in WhiteCostume Design
- 1978Little WomenCostume Design
- 1974Dinah!Self - Guest
- 1974Flick Flack
- 1971ColumboEdith Head
- 1971V.I.P. SchaukelSelf
- 1962The Merv Griffin ShowSelf
- 1957Tonight Starring Jack PaarSelf
- 1948The Ed Sullivan ShowSelf
Frequently asked questions
What movies and shows has Edith Head been in?
Edith Head is best known for Columbo, The Ed Sullivan Show, The Merv Griffin Show and Little Women.
When was Edith Head born?
Edith Head was born on October 28, 1897. (San Bernadino, California, USA)
How old is Edith Head?
Edith Head died on October 24, 1981 at the age of 83.
Updated: October 25, 2026 ·