Margaret Hamilton
Birthday: 1902-12-09 | Place of Birth: Cleveland, Ohio, USAFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film actress known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actor in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image. In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials. She also gained recognition for her work as an advocate of causes designed to benefit children and animals, and retained a lifelong commitment to public education.
Known For
Acting
Role
as Self (archive footage)
as Aunt Em (voice)
as Mrs. Eddels
as Prof. Crabwell
as Daphne Heap
as Ivy Rumson
as Mrs. Klopplebobbler
as Elaine Zacharides
as Aunt Huddy
as Sarah Pickett (uncredited)
as Mrs. Golightly
as Teacher
as Mrs. Theresa Appleby
as Norah
as Sophie Manley
as Essie
as Flora
as Mrs. Geiger
as Miss Applegate
as Clarabelle Evans
as Dora
as Josie
as Mrs. Gideon
as Mrs. Jackson
as Lucy, Boggs' Housekeeper
as Martha Steele
as Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch of the West
as Hester
as Lady at Kiffmeyer's table in train dining car
as Warsaw, Vermont Drugstore Lady
