Quick Facts
Born:
1902-12-09
Birthplace:
Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Credits:
104 Total Roles
Margaret Hamilton
Acting
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Biography
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Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film actress known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actor in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image.
In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials. She also gained recognition for her work as an advocate of causes designed to benefit children and animals, and retained a lifelong commitment to public education.
Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film actress known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actor in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image.
In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials. She also gained recognition for her work as an advocate of causes designed to benefit children and animals, and retained a lifelong commitment to public education.
Known For
The Wizard of Oz
Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch of the West
The Addams Family
Granny Frump
The Ox-Bow Incident
Mrs. Larch (uncredited)
Sesame Street
The Wicked Witch
You Only Live Once
Hester
The Anderson Tapes
Miss Kaler
13 Ghosts
Elaine Zacharides
Gunsmoke
Edsel Pry
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Wizard of Oz at Sphere MOVIE | Miss Gulch / Wicked Witch of the West |
| 2009 | To Oz! The Making of a Classic MOVIE | Self |
| 2000 | The Dark Side of the Rainbow MOVIE | Miss Gulch (archive footage) |
| 1990 | The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: The Making of a Movie Classic MOVIE | Self (archive footage) |
| 1982 | Night of 100 Stars MOVIE | Self |
| 1981 | Nurse TV | Mrs. Evers |
| 1979 | Letters from Frank MOVIE | Grandma Miller |
| 1979 | The Making of the Wizard of Oz MOVIE | Self |
| 1977 | Lou Grant TV | Self |
| 1976 | The Paul Lynde Halloween Special MOVIE | Wicked Witch |