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Donna Reed
Frank Sinatra and Donna Reed at the 1954 Academy Awards
Reed with Frank Sinatra at the 26th Academy Awards.
1 Nomination / 1 Win
Role Actress
Born January 27, 1921
Denison, Iowa, U.S.
Died January 14, 1986
Beverly Hills, California, U.S.
 

Donna Reed (born Donna Belle Mullenger) was an American actress and comedian. Her career spanned more than 40 years, with performances in more than 40 films. She is well known for her role as Mary Hatch Bailey in Frank Capra's 1946 film It's a Wonderful Life. In 1953, she received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her performance as Lorene Burke in the war drama From Here to Eternity.

Wins[]

26th Academy Awards, 1953
Best Supporting ActressFrom Here to Eternity

Nominations[]

26th Academy Awards, 1953
Best Supporting ActressFrom Here to Eternity
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