Crawford
[kraw-ferd]
- Cheryl,1902–86, U.S. stage director and producer.
- Francis Marion,1854–1909, U.S. novelist, in Italy after 1885.
- JoanLucille Fay Le Sueur, 1908?–77, U.S. actress.
- Thomas,1813?–57, U.S. sculptor.
- William Harris,1772–1834, U.S. political leader: senator 1807–13, secretary of the Treasury 1816–25.
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Contemporary Examples
She told TIME magazine in 1987 that Crawford was the “sister I never had.”
But rumors of a romantic relationship between Houston and Crawford were, at one time, actually documented.
Yolonda Ross, who plays Crawford in ‘Whitney,’ breaks down the supposed love story.
Over the years, Crawford has been largely silent, speaking out only for an as-told-to obituary to Houston published in Esquire.
According to Crawford, Alvarez is “focusing her entire effort publicly on Protess” to deflect attention.
Historical Examples
That man Crawford, what do you think he'd say if you went back to him?
The Foolish LoversSt. John G. Ervine
The doctor's name struck a chord and Crawford dug deep until it focused.
The Second VoiceMann Rubin
Crawford dragged on his cigarette a last time and stamped it out.
The Second VoiceMann Rubin
Crawford spoke until he saw Dr. Shalt signal for a conclusion.
The Second VoiceMann Rubin
Crawford's back was to them as he stared at the loudspeaker.
The Second VoiceMann Rubin
Crawford
- Joan, real name Lucille le Sueur . 1908–77, US film actress, who portrayed ambitious women in such films as Mildred Pierce (1945)
- Michael, real name Michael Dumbell Smith . born 1942, British actor and singer, noted for his role in the sitcom Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em (1973–78) and performances in West End musicals esp. Barnum (1981) and The Phantom of the Opera (1986)
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