About Edith Cummings
Lived 1899 – 1984 (aged 85). Edith Cummings was an American socialite and golfer, known for U.S. Women's Amateur and Women's Western Amateur.
Edith Cummings Munson (March 26, 1899 – November 20, 1984), popularly known as The Fairway Flapper, was an American socialite and one of the premier amateur golfers during the Jazz Age. She also was the literary model for the character of Jordan Baker in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Edith Cummings?
American socialite and premier amateur golfer
When was Edith Cummings born?
Edith Cummings was born on 26 March 1899 in Chicago.
When did Edith Cummings die?
Edith Cummings died on 20 November 1984 in Washington, D.C..
What was Edith Cummings's occupation?
Edith Cummings was a socialite and golfer.
What was Edith Cummings known for?
Edith Cummings was known for U.S. Women's Amateur and Women's Western Amateur.
What nationality was Edith Cummings?
Edith Cummings was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Edith Cummings. https://biography.guide/edith-cummings/
MLA: "Edith Cummings." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/edith-cummings/.
Chicago: "Edith Cummings." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/edith-cummings/.
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