Person in history

Nancy Reagan

Nancy Reagan, American actress, 42nd First Lady of the United States (born 1921)

Life at a glance

Died: 2016 · March 6
Known as: television actor, film actor, autobiographer, politician, and stage actor. Citizenship: United States

Their story

Who they were

Nancy Reagan, American actress, 42nd First Lady of the United States (born 1921)

Early life

Educated at: Smith College, Latin School of Chicago, and Feinberg School of Medicine.

Path and career

Awards / honours: Presidential Medal of Freedom, Congressional Gold Medal, Dana Award for Pioneering Achievement in Health and Education, and CFDA Lifetime Achievement Award.

Why this date

Nancy Reagan appears on our March 6 calendar for 2016 as a death entry.

Sources

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Questions about Nancy Reagan

When did Nancy Reagan die?

March 6 2016.

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