Diana Sands, a renowned American actress, came into this world on August 22, 1934, in the vibrant city of New York, New York, United States of America. Her remarkable career spanned numerous iconic roles, including her memorable performances in A Raisin in the Sun (1961),The Landlord (1970),and East Side/West Side (1963). Throughout her life, she was deeply committed to her craft, consistently delivering powerful and captivating portrayals on stage and screen. Off-screen, she was married to the love of her life, Lucien Jean Happersberger. Tragically, her life was cut short on September 21, 1973, when she passed away in her beloved hometown of New York City, New York, United States of America.
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BornAug 22, 1934 New York City, New York, USA
Biography
Career
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1974

Honeybaby, Honeybaby as Laura Lewis
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Willie Dynamite as Cora
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1972

Georgia, Georgia as Georgia Martin
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1971

Doctors' Wives as Helen Straughn
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1970

The Landlord as Francine "Fanny" Johnson
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1966

The Fugitive as Davala Unawa
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1964

Ensign Pulver as Mila
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1963

An Affair of the Skin as Janice
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The Outer Limits as Dr. Julia Harrison
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1961

A Raisin in the Sun as Beneatha Younger
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1959

Odds Against Tomorrow as Club Hostess (uncredited)
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1957

Carib Gold as Bar Girl
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Four Boys and a Gun as (uncredited)
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A Face in the Crowd as Homeless Woman (uncredited)
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1952

Caribbean as Native Woman (uncredited)
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1974