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American actress and singer celebrated for her powerful contralto vocals and iconic role as Dorothy Gale in The Wizard of Oz.Child star signed by MGM at age 13; achieved global fame for The Wizard of Oz (1939); received special Academy Award at 17; starred in 34 films including Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) and A Star Is Born (1954); Grammy-winning recording artist; struggled with studio pressures, addiction, and mental health throughout career....