Gertrude Berg

Gertrude Berg was an American actress, screenwriter, and producer. A pioneer of classic radio, she was one of the first women to create, write, produce, and star in a long-running hit when she premiered her serial comedy-drama The Rise of the Goldbergs (1929), later known as The Goldbergs. Her career achievements included winning a Tony Award and an Emmy Award, both for Best Lead Actress.

3 October 1899

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Born in the same month (October 1899): Adolf Brudes • Armand Thirard • Bernt Balchen • Bruce Catton • Eddie Dyer • Elda Emma Anderson • Ernest Haycox • Judy Johnson • Piero Dusio • Salarrué • Teikō Shiotani