Toby Wing
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- July 14, 1915 in Amelia Court House, Virginia, USA
- Died
- March 22, 2001
- Active Years
- 1924–2003 (80 Years)
- Total Credits
- 60 credits in database
Biography
Subject: Toby Wing (Acting).
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Name: Toby Wing (born Martha Virginia Wing).
Nickname: "Toby" (old family nickname).
Dates: July 14, 1915 – March 22, 2001 (died at 85 years old).
Birthplace: Amelia Court House, Virginia, USA.
Profession: American actress and showgirl.
Reputation: Once called "the most beautiful chorus girl in Hollywood".
Credits: Over 60 productions in the 1920s and 1930s.
Awards: Awarded a star on the Walk of Fame in 1960.
Family: Younger sister Pat Wing (actress); nephew William Perry (1936-2006), a former actor who appeared in touring musical productions of "My Fair Lady" and "Take Me Along".
Toby Wing, born Martha Virginia Wing on July 14, 1915, was an American actress and showgirl. Known by the family nickname Toby, she was once described as the most beautiful chorus girl in Hollywood. Born in Amelia Court House, Virginia, Wing appeared in over 60 productions during the 1920s and 1930s. In 1960, she was awarded a star on the Walk of Fame. Her family included her younger sister, actress Pat Wing, and her nephew, former actor William Perry, who appeared in touring musical productions of My Fair Lady and Take Me Along. Wing passed away on March 22, 2001, at the age of 85.
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Career overview
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Name: Toby Wing (born Martha Virginia Wing).
Nickname: "Toby" (old family nickname).
Dates: July 14, 1915 – March 22, 2001.
Profession: American actress and showgirl.
Description: Once called "the most beautiful chorus girl in Hollywood".
Credits: 60 known credits [1]; appeared in over 60 productions in the 1920s and 1930s [2].
Awards: Awarded a star on the Walk of Fame in 1960 [2].
Family: Younger sister Pat Wing (actress); nephew William Perry (1936-2006), former actor in touring musical productions of "My Fair Lady" and "Take Me Along" [3].
Birthplace: Amelia Court House, Virginia, USA [1].
Paragraph 1: Identity and Early Career.
Toby Wing, born Martha Virginia Wing on July 14, 1915, was an American actress and showgirl. Known by the family nickname Toby, she was once described as the most beautiful chorus girl in Hollywood. Born in Amelia Court House, Virginia, Wing established a career that included appearances in over 60 productions during the 1920s and 1930s.
Paragraph 2: Recognition and Family.
In recognition of her work, Wing was awarded a star on the Walk of Fame in 1960. Her professional connections extended to her family, as her younger sister, Pat Wing, was also an actress. Her nephew, William Perry, who lived from 1936 to 2006, was a former actor who appeared in touring musical productions of My Fair Lady and Take Me Along. Wing passed away on March 22, 2001, at the age of 85.
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"Toby Wing, born Martha Virginia Wing on July 14, 1915, was an American actress and showgirl. Known by the family nickname Toby, she was once described as the most beautiful chorus girl in Hollywood. Born in Amelia Court House, Virginia, Wing established a career that included appearances in over 60 productions during the 1920s and 1930s.
In recognition of her work, Wing was awarded a star on the Walk of Fame in 1960. Her professional connections extended to her family, as her younger sister, Pat Wing, was also an actress. Her nephew, William Perry, who lived from 1936 to 2006, was a former actor who appeared in touring musical productions of My Fair Lady and Take Me Along. Wing passed away on March 22, 2001, at the age of 85."
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Toby Wing, born Martha Virginia Wing on July 14, 1915, was an American actress and showgirl. Using the family nickname Toby, she was once referred to as the
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
60 titles- Busby Berkeley: Going Through the Roof (2003) as Self
- Added Attractions: The Hollywood Shorts Story (2002) as Self (uncredited)
- Down Memory Lane (1949) as Blonde at poolside
- The Marines Come Thru (1938) as Linda Dale
- Mr. Boggs Steps Out (1938) as Irene Lee
- Sweethearts (1938) as Telephone Operator (uncredited)
- Sunday Night at the Trocadero (1937) as Toby Wing
- Mother Hen's Holiday (1937) as Mother Hen (voice)
- True Confession (1937) as Suzanne Baggart
- The Women Men Marry (1937) as Sugar Marvin
- Mickey's Review (1937) as Singer
- Sing While You're Able (1937) as Joan Williams
- Rhythmitis (1936) as Lola Green
- Silks and Saddles (1936) as Marion Braddock / Jane Smith
- Mister Cinderella (1936) as Lulu, the Cashier
- With Love and Kisses (1936) as Barbara Holbrook
- Hill-Tillies (1936) as Toby
- Thoroughbred (1935) as Anne O'Malley
- Two for Tonight (1935) as College Girl (uncredited)
- Hollywood Extra Girl (1935) as Girl in Montage (uncredited)
- The Golden Touch (1935) as Bird (voice) (uncredited)
- La Fiesta de Santa Barbara (1935) as Self
- Forced Landing (1935) as Amelie Darrell
- Star Night at the Cocoanut Grove (1934) as Self
- Murder at the Vanities (1934) as Nancy
- School for Girls (1934) as Hazel Jones
- Rhythm on the Roof (1934) as Bob's Fantasy Sweetheart
- One Hour Late (1934) as Maizie
- Kiss and Make-Up (1934) as Consuelo of Claghorne
- Come On, Marines! (1934) as Dolly
- The Discontented Canary (1934) as Canaries
- Search for Beauty (1934) as Sally Palmer
- Central Airport (1933) as Air Show Observer (uncredited)
- 42nd Street (1933) as Partner in "Young & Healthy" Number (uncredited)
- College Humor (1933) as Student
- Baby Face (1933) as Office Worker (uncredited)
- This Day and Age (1933) as Student (uncredited)
- She Had to Say Yes (1933) as Model (uncredited)
- The Little Giant (1933) as Society Girl (uncredited)
- Private Detective 62 (1933) as Free's Lady Friend (Uncredited)
- Torch Singer (1933) as Blonde in Sally's Apartment
- Arizona to Broadway (1933) as Chambermaid
- Keyhole Katie (1933)
- Babes in the Woods (1932) as Hans / Gretel / Kids (voice) (uncredited)
- The Candid Camera (1932) as Betty Swan
- The Kid from Spain (1932) as Goldwyn Girl (uncredited)
- Jimmy's New Yacht (1932) as Charlie's girlfriend
- Young Onions (1932) as Charlie's Girlfriend
- Ma's Pride and Joy (1932) as Radio Director's Secretary
- Palmy Days (1931) as Goldwyn Girl (uncredited)
- Blue of the Night (1931) as Blonde in Bathing Suit
- Mickey Mouse Cartoons (1928) as Gargling Sound Effects (Voice)
- Double Daring (1926) as Nan
- Dollar Down (1925) as Little Girl
- American Pluck (1925) as Flower Girl at Coronation (uncredited)
- Zander the Great (1925) as Little Girl (uncredited)
- The Pony Express (1925) as Child (uncredited)
- He Who Gets Slapped (1924) as Playing Child (uncredited)
- A Woman Who Sinned (1924) as (uncredited)
- A Boy of Flanders (1924) as Little Girl
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Toby Wing best known for?
Toby Wing is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Golden Touch (1935), 42nd Street (1933), Palmy Days (1931), Dollar Down (1925).
When and where was Toby Wing born?
Toby Wing was born on July 14, 1915 in Amelia Court House, Virginia, USA. They passed away on March 22, 2001.
How many credits does Toby Wing have?
Toby Wing has accumulated over 60 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1924 to 2003.
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Subject: Toby Wing (Acting). Goal: Factual identity profile. Constraints: 90-130 words, plain prose only, no markdown, no headings, no preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes. Source Material: Provided snippets from TMDB, Wikipedia, IMDb, Pantheon, Biographies.net. Strict Rule: Use ONLY verifiable facts from the sourc...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Palmy Days (1931) as Goldwyn Girl (uncredited) — aged about 15
- Dollar Down (1925) as Little Girl — aged about 9
- 42nd Street (1933) as Partner in "Young & Healthy" Number (uncredited) — aged about 17
- The Golden Touch (1935) as Bird (voice) (uncredited) — aged about 19
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