Obituary of Mae West

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Mae West

Mary Jane West (born August 17, 1893 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York) was a film actress, playwright, and singer who was best known for known for her sexual independence, her husky voice and and her bawdy double entendres. Mae died on November 22, 1980 and her death was because of a stroke. She died at age 87.

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Mae West Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: West, Mae
    • Common Name: Mae West
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: August 17, 1893
    • Age: 87 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Mary
    • Occupations:
    • Religion: Lutheran
    • Net Worth: $1 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Domino's Meat Lover's Pizza
    • Favorite Color: Yellow
    • Favorite Scent: Nautica Voyage
    • Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

    Mae's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Mary Jane West
    • Father: John Patrick West
    • Mother: Matilda Delker
    • Brother(s):
      • John Edwin West II
    • Sister(s):
      • Mildred Katherine West
      • Katie West
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Frank Szatkus (married 1911-divorced 1943)

Death Notice:

  • Date: November 22 1980 at age 87
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Stroke
  • Funeral Arrangements: Private service held at the church in Forest Lawn, Hollywood Hills, on November 25, 1980

Category Tags:

Film ActressPlaywright Singer American Born on August 17th Born in 1893 Born in New York Died in 1980 Died at age 87 Died from Stroke

Quotable Quotes:

"It's better to be looked over than overlooked." (IMDB)

"Mae West lived a bold and unforgettable life, leaving behind a lasting legacy that continues to inspire generations even after her passing. (V)"

"Mae West's professional life was characterized by her provocative roles and quick wit, but her death was a quiet and private affair. (V)"

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-28 00:43:04
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