Before Netflix & YouTube: The Child Stars Who Lit Up The Screens Of Yesteryear
Mary Badham
In 1960, a ten-year-old Mary Badham with zero acting experience walked into an audition and landed the coveted role of Scout Finch in “To Kill a Mockingbird.”
Her portrayal of the inquisitive tomboy was so darn winning it earned her an Oscar nomination at the tender age of 11—a record-breaker for the youngest actress in that category at the time! Though acting wasn’t her forever gig (she retired in her teens), Mary’s star turn in this timeless film is a reminder that sometimes, childhood magic can leave a lasting impression on Hollywood history.
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