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Florence Foster Jenkins (born Narcissa Florence Foster; July 19, 1868 – November 26, 1944) was an American socialite and amateur soprano who became known, and mocked, for her flamboyant performance costumes and notably poor singing ability.
Florence Foster Jenkins is a 2016 biographical film directed by Stephen Frears and written by Nicholas Martin and Julia Kogan. It stars Meryl Streep as Florence Foster Jenkins, a New York heiress known for her generosity and poor singing. Hugh Grant plays her manager and long-time companion, St. Clair Bayfield.
Aug 12, 2016 · A biographical comedy drama about a New York heiress who aspired to be an opera singer, despite her terrible voice. Starring Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant, Simon Helberg and Rebecca Ferguson, directed by Stephen Frears.
Jul 20, 2016 · Compare the true story of the world's worst singer with the Meryl Streep movie based on her life. Learn about her childhood, marriage, career, voice, and legacy.
Jul 15, 2024 · Florence Foster Jenkins was an American amateur soprano, music lover, philanthropist, and socialite who gained fame for her notoriously off-pitch voice. She became a word-of-mouth sensation in the 1940s through her self-funded performances in New York City.
A comedy-drama film about a tone-deaf singer who pursues her dream of performing at Carnegie Hall in the 1940s. Starring Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant, and Simon Helberg, the film has mixed reviews from critics and audiences.
Aug 12, 2016 · A biopic of a wealthy New York City woman who dreamed of being an opera singer despite her terrible voice. Meryl Streep, Hugh Grant and Simon Helberg star in this charming and delightful comedy directed by Stephen Frears.
