Charles Pierce was one of the 20th century's foremost female impersonators, particularly noted for his impersonation of Bette Davis.
Pierce as Baby Jane Hudson from 1987 greeting card series
Bea Arthur
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Beatrice Arthur was an American actress, comedian, and singer. She began her career on stage in 1947, attracting critical acclaim before achieving worldwide recognition for her work on television begi
Charles Pierce (female impersonator)
…service at Forest Lawn Memorial Park was carefully planned and scripted by Pierce before his death. Among those attending his memorial was his friend Bea Arthur, who closed with "I’ll See You Again." His ashes were interred in the Columbarium of Providence, Forest Lawn - Hollywood Hills Cemetery in Los Angeles…
Arthur in 1987
Arthur as Maude Findlay, c. 1973
Arthur (left) at the 1989 Emmy Awards with close friend Angela Lansbury (right)
1943 United States Marine Corps identification card photo