Rita Hayworth American Actress (1918–1987)
Rita Hayworth · film actor and dancer · American
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Biography
Born on 17 October 1918 in New York City, Rita Hayworth was an American actress. Rita Hayworth died on 14 May 1987 at the age of 68. Her best-known titles on this site are The Love Goddesses (1965) and Show Business at War (1943).
Her first listed screen credit dates to 1935, with Charlie Chan in Egypt. The list below counts 67 films from 1935 to 2012. The last title released in her lifetime is The Wrath of God, from 1972.
Her notable work includes Gilda, The Lady from Shanghai and Circus World.
Rita Hayworth won one award and received one nomination on record. Among the awards are star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Filmography
67 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Final Cut: Ladies and Gentlemen | Film | |
| 1972 | The Wrath of God | Film | |
| 1971 | Canciones para después de una guerra | Film | |
| 1971 | The Naked Zoo | Film | |
| 1970 | Road to Salina | Film | |
| 1968 | Sons of Satan | Film | |
| 1967 | The Rover | Film | |
| 1966 | The Poppy Is Also a Flower | Film | |
| 1965 | The Love Goddesses | Film | |
| 1965 | The Money Trap | Film | |
| 1964 | Circus World | Film | |
| 1961 | The Happy Thieves | Film | |
| 1959 | The Story on Page One | Film | |
| 1959 | They Came to Cordura | Film | |
| 1958 | Separate Tables | Film |
Show all 67 credits
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 | Fire Down Below | Film | |
| 1957 | Pal Joey | Film | |
| 1953 | Miss Sadie Thompson | Film | |
| 1953 | Salome | Film | |
| 1952 | Affair in Trinidad | Film | |
| 1952 | Champagne safari | Film | |
| 1948 | The Loves of Carmen | Film | |
| 1947 | Down to Earth | Film | |
| 1947 | The Lady from Shanghai | Film | |
| 1946 | Gilda | Film | |
| 1945 | Tonight and Every Night | Film | |
| 1944 | Cover Girl | Film | |
| 1943 | Show Business at War | Film | |
| 1942 | My Gal Sal | Film | |
| 1942 | Tales of Manhattan | Film | |
| 1942 | You Were Never Lovelier | Film | |
| 1941 | Affectionately Yours | Film | |
| 1941 | Blood and Sand | Film | |
| 1941 | The Strawberry Blonde | Film | |
| 1941 | You'll Never Get Rich | Film | |
| 1940 | Angels Over Broadway | Film | |
| 1940 | Blondie on a Budget | Film | |
| 1940 | Music in My Heart | Film | |
| 1940 | Screen Snapshots Series 19, No. 6 | Film | |
| 1940 | Susan and God | Film | |
| 1940 | The Lady in Question | Film | |
| 1939 | Homicide Bureau | Film | |
| 1939 | Only Angels Have Wings | Film | |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Film | |
| 1938 | Convicted | Film | |
| 1938 | Juvenile Court | Film | |
| 1938 | Special Inspector | Film | |
| 1938 | The Renegade Ranger | Film | |
| 1938 | There's Always a Woman | Film | |
| 1938 | Who Killed Gail Preston? | Film | |
| 1937 | Criminals of the Air | Film | |
| 1937 | Girls Can Play | Film | |
| 1937 | Hit the Saddle | Film | |
| 1937 | Old Louisiana | Film | |
| 1937 | Paid to Dance | Film | |
| 1937 | The Game That Kills | Film | |
| 1937 | The Shadow | Film | |
| 1937 | Trouble in Texas | Film | |
| 1936 | Dancing Pirate | Film | |
| 1936 | Human Cargo | Film | |
| 1936 | Meet Nero Wolfe | Film | |
| 1936 | Rebellion | Film | |
| 1935 | Charlie Chan in Egypt | Film | |
| 1935 | Dante's Inferno | Film | |
| 1935 | In Caliente | Film | |
| 1935 | Paddy O'Day | Film | |
| 1935 | Under the Pampas Moon | Film |
Awards and nominations
1 won, 1 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | Won | ||
| 1964 | Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama | Circus World | Nominated |
Personal life
Marriages on record are to Edward C. Judson (1937 to 1942), Orson Welles (1943 to 1947), Prince Aly Khan (1949 to 1953), Dick Haymes (1953 to 1955) and James Hill (1958 to 1961). She was the mother of Yasmin Aga Khan, and has 2 children in total. Education on record includes Alexander Hamilton High School and Boys and Girls High School.
Rita Hayworth Photos
Frequently asked questions
How old was Rita Hayworth at the time of death?
Rita Hayworth died on 14 May 1987 at the age of 68. She was born on 17 October 1918.
What is Rita Hayworth known for?
Rita Hayworth was known for The Love Goddesses (1965) and Show Business at War (1943).
What is Rita Hayworth’s nationality?
Rita Hayworth was American, born in New York City.
How tall was Rita Hayworth?
Rita Hayworth was 168 cm (5 ft 6 in) tall.
Who was Rita Hayworth married to?
Rita Hayworth’s marriages on record are to James Hill (1958 to 1961), Dick Haymes (1953 to 1955), Prince Aly Khan (1949 to 1953), Orson Welles (1943 to 1947) and Edward C. Judson (1937 to 1942).
Has Rita Hayworth won any awards?
Yes. Rita Hayworth won star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q42745), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Columbia Pictures; photographer not identified · Public domain
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