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Irene Dunne

Breakthrough Years
1930
Her film debut in Leathernecking quickly launched her into leading lady roles.
1931
Her Oscar-nominated performance in Cimarron (1931) established her as a major dramatic leading lady.
1937
The Awful Truth defined her delightful screwball comedy persona, cementing her as a top comedic actress.