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Dorma Leigh

1890 – 1969

British dancer and actress

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About Dorma Leigh

Lived 1890 – 1969 (aged 78–79). Dorma Leigh was a British dancer, actor and playwright.

Dorma Leigh (1890–1969) was a British dancer, actress and playwright.

Leigh was born Dorothy Mabel Woodley. She danced with Jan Oyra in The Girl on the Film in 1913.

In 1919 she married the writer Peter Cheyney. Cheyney petitioned for a divorce from Leigh in 1931 on the grounds of adultery but as he admitted adultery the judge granted a decree nisi in favour of Leigh.

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Important facts

Born
1890
Birth century
Died
1969
Nationality
Also known as
Dorothy Mabel Woodley, Dorothy Mabel Cheyney

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Dorma Leigh?

British dancer and actress

When was Dorma Leigh born?

Dorma Leigh was born in 1890.

When did Dorma Leigh die?

Dorma Leigh died in 1969.

What was Dorma Leigh's occupation?

Dorma Leigh was a dancer, actor and playwright.

What nationality was Dorma Leigh?

Dorma Leigh was British.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Dorma Leigh

· Wikidata: Q108468843

· DBpedia: Dorma Leigh

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