Jennie Lee

Jennie Lee was an American stripper, burlesque entertainer, pin-up model, union activist, and minor role movie actress.

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Birth Name :

Janet Lee

Profession :

Political Figure

Birthday :

November 3, 1904

Star Sign :

Scorpio

Death Date:

November 16, 1988

Age :

84

Birthplace :

Lochgelly, in Fife, Scotland

Jennie Lee, a prominent Scottish politician and member of the Labour Party, is best known for her instrumental role in founding the Open University in the UK, which offers distance learning opportunities to all. A strong advocate for increased access to education, Lee also focused on various cultural and social issues throughout her career. She co-founded the Traverse Theatre in Edinburgh and held the position of Minister for the Arts. As a prolific writer, her notable works include her autobiography “My Life with Nye” and biographies of Josephine Butler and Walt Whitman. It is worth noting that Jennie Lee was also an American stripper, burlesque entertainer, pin-up model, union activist, and actress in minor movie roles.