Harrigan, Nedda (1899–1989)
Harrigan, Nedda (1899–1989)
American actress. Name variations: Nedda Logan; Hedda Harrigan. Born Grace Harrigan, Aug 24, 1899, in New York, NY; died April 1, 1989, in NYC; sister of William Harrigan (actor, 1894–1966); m. Walter Connolly (actor), 1923 (died 1940); m. Josh Logan (director, producer), 1945 (died 1988); children: (1st m.) Ann Connolly.
Made NY debut in Josephine (1918); other plays include Becky Sharp, Merry Andrew, The Squall, Ceiling Zero, Charley's Aunt, and Dracula; also appeared in films; founded the Stage Door Canteen (1942); served as president of the Actors Fund of America (1979–89).
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