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Gertrude Lawrence
Gertrude Lawrence was born in London in 1898 and made her professional debut at age 10. She worked in musicals, operettas, and dramas, eventually touring the...
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Gertrude Lawrence was born in London in 1898 and made her professional debut at age 10. She worked in musicals, operettas, and dramas, eventually touring the United States in the 1930s with performances in plays like 'Private Lives' and 'Blithe Spirit.'
In 1951, she starred as Anna Leonowens in the Broadway musical 'The King and I.' Her performance of 'Getting To Know You' from that show became widely known. The song's melody and lyrics connected with many listeners at the time.
Lawrence's personal life included a marriage to playwright Philip Merivale that ended in divorce. She was known for having an outspoken nature and an unconventional lifestyle, which drew attention during her career.
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