Nina Mae McKinney

Acting

Biography

Nina Mae McKinney (June 12, 1912 – May 3, 1967) was an American actress who worked internationally during the 1930s and in the postwar period in theatre, film and television, after beginning her career on Broadway and in Hollywood. Dubbed "The Black Garbo" in Europe because of her striking beauty, McKinney was both one of the first African-American film stars in the United States and one of the first African-Americans to appear on British television.

Personal Info

• Known For Acting
• Gender Female
• Birthday June 12, 1912 (54 years old)
• Died May 3, 1967
• Place of Birth Lancaster, South Carolina, USA