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Irma P. Hall, teacher who became ‘Soul Food,’ ‘Ladykillers’ scene-stealer, dies at 91

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Source: The Seattle Times

Actor Irma P. Hall, the former educator who pivoted to acting in her late 30s to star in films including "Soul Food," "The Ladykillers" and "Meet the Browns," has died.

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