Dona Drake

Dona Drake

Known for: Acting
Biography: 1914-11-15
Deathday: 1989-06-20 (74 years old)

Biography

Dona Drake (born Eunice Westmoreland on November 15, 1914) was an African-American singer, dancer, and film actress active in the 1930s and 1940s. Despite her heritage, she often identified as Mexican or of Latin descent to navigate Hollywood’s racial landscape. Over her career, she was frequently cast in ethnic roles, portraying Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and European characters.


She performed under various stage names, including Una Novella, Rita Novella, and Rita Rio. In the early 1940s, she led an all-girl orchestra and gained recognition for her musical and dance performances. She appeared in films such as Kansas City Confidential (1952), Louisiana Purchase (1941), and Road to Morocco (1942). Despite her talents, she remained a supporting actress rather than a leading star.


Dona Drake passed away on June 20, 1989, due to pneumonia and respiratory failure. Her ashes were scattered at sea near Point Fermin in California.

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Information

Known For
Acting

Gender
Female

Birthday
1914-11-15

Deathday
1989-06-20 (74 years old)

Birth Place
Miami, United States

Relationships
William Travilla (1944 - 1989)

Citizenships
United States

Also Known As
Eunice Westmoreland, Una Novella, Rita Novella, Rita Rio

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