About Dorothy Vaughan
Lived 1890 – 1955 (aged 64). Dorothy Vaughan was an American actor.
Dorothy Vaughan (November 5, 1890 – March 15, 1955) was an American actress. She appeared in more than 143 films and television. Vaughan is best known for appearing in Slander House, The Ape (1940) and Lady Gangster (1942). She was sometimes credited as Dorothy Vaughn.
Filmography
Film
Television
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Dorothy Vaughan?
American actress (1890–1955)
When was Dorothy Vaughan born?
Dorothy Vaughan was born on 5 November 1890 in St. Louis.
When did Dorothy Vaughan die?
Dorothy Vaughan died on 15 March 1955 in Hollywood.
What was Dorothy Vaughan's occupation?
Dorothy Vaughan was an actor.
What nationality was Dorothy Vaughan?
Dorothy Vaughan was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Dorothy Vaughan (actress)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Dorothy Vaughan. https://biography.guide/dorothy-vaughan/
MLA: "Dorothy Vaughan." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/dorothy-vaughan/.
Chicago: "Dorothy Vaughan." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/dorothy-vaughan/.
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