Biography

Fania Borach (October 29, 1891 – May 29, 1951), known professionally as Fanny Brice or Fannie Brice, was an American comedienne, illustrated song model, singer, and theater and film actress who made many stage, radio, and film appearances. She was famously portrayed by Barbra Streisand in the musical Funny Girl.

Known For

Vaudeville

Self (archive footage)

The Great Man: W.C. Fields

Self (archive footage)

The Great Ziegfeld

Fannie Brice

Ziegfeld Follies

Norma Edelman (segment "A Sweepstakes Ticket")

Hollywood Goes to Town

Self

Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

Self (archive footage)

Crime Without Passion

Woman in Hotel Lobby (uncredited)

Almonds and Raisins