Could one truly encapsulate the essence of Hollywood's Golden Age within a single name? Angela Lansbury's career, spanning nearly eight decades, not only achieves this but embodies it, reflecting an era of unparalleled artistry and enduring legacy.

Angela Lansbury, a name synonymous with elegance, grace, and an unwavering commitment to her craft, left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. Born in London in 1925, her journey from a young actress to a showbiz legend is a tale of resilience, talent, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. From the Regent's Park neighborhood to the silver screen, Lansbury's early life, shaped by a family with deep artistic roots, set the stage for her extraordinary career. Her ability to captivate audiences in roles as diverse as the enigmatic Mrs. Potts in "Beauty and the Beast" to the beloved Jessica Fletcher in "Murder, She Wrote" cemented her status as one of the most iconic figures in Hollywood history.

Category	Details
Full Name	Angela Brigid Lansbury Shaw
Born	October 16, 1925, in London, England
Died	October 11, 2022, in Los Angeles, California, USA
Nationality	British-American
Occupation	Actress, Singer, Author
Known For	"Murder, She Wrote", "Beauty and the Beast", "Gaslight", "Mame"
Spouse(s)	Richard Cromwell (m. 1945; div. 1946), Peter Shaw (m. 1949; died 2003)
Children	Anthony Shaw, Deirdre Shaw, stepson David Shaw
Awards and Honors	Honorary Academy Award (2013) Tony Awards (5) Golden Globe Awards (4) Grammy Award BAFTA Awards Screen Actors Guild Awards Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire
Notable Roles	Gaslight (1944) The Picture of Dorian Gray (1945) The Manchurian Candidate (1962) Mame (Broadway, 1966) Beauty and the Beast (1991) Murder, She Wrote (1984-1996)
Reference	Britannica - Angela Lansbury