Norden, Christine (1924–1988)

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Norden, Christine (1924–1988)

English singer, dancer, and actress. Born Mary Lydia Thornton, Dec 25, 1924, in Sunderland, England; died Sept 21, 1988, in London, England; m. 5 times.

Protege of Alexander Korda, was regarded as England's 1st postwar sex symbol; films include Night Beat, Mine Own Executioner, The Interrupted Journey, Black Widow and An Ideal Husband.

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