
Margaret Hamilton
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Margaret Hamilton (December 9, 1902 – May 16, 1985) was an American film actress known for her portrayal of the Wicked Witch of the West in the 1939 film The Wizard of Oz. A former schoolteacher, she worked as a character actor in films for seven years before she was offered the role that defined her public image. In later years, Hamilton made frequent cameo appearances on television sitcoms and commercials. She also gained recognition for her work as an advocate of causes designed to benefit children and animals, and retained a lifelong commitment to public education.
Known for
To Oz! The Making of a Classic
2009 • Self

The Dark Side of the Rainbow
2000 • Miss Gulch (archive footage)

The Wonderful Wizard of Oz: The Making of a Movie Classic
1990 • Self (archive footage)

Night of 100 Stars
1982 • Self

Letters from Frank
1979 • Grandma Miller

The Making of the Wizard of Oz
1979 • Self

The Paul Lynde Halloween Special
1976 • Wicked Witch

The Night Strangler
1973 • Prof. Crabwell
Full filmography
To Oz! The Making of a Classic
View movie2009 • Self

The World of Abbott and Costello
View movie1965 • Aunt Huddy in Comin' Round The Mountain (archive footage)
The Christmas Tree
View movie1958 • Miss Finch
On Borrowed Time
View movie1957 • Demetria Riffle
The Great Plane Robbery
View movie1950 • Mrs. Judd
Oz
View movieUnknown year • Self / The Wicked Witch of the West (archive footage)







































































