was judy garland greatest american actress
Judy Garland. Judy Garland (born Frances Ethel Gumm; June 10, 1922 â June 22, 1969) was an American singer, actress, and vaudevillian. She was renowned for her contralto vocals and attained international stardom that continued throughout a career spanning more than 40 years as an actress in musical and dramatic roles, as a recording artist, and on concert stages.