Slim Keith

Nancy "Slim" Keith, Lady Keith (July 15, 1917 – April 6, 1990) was a New York socialite and fashion icon during the 1950s and 1960s, exemplifying the American jet set. She and her friend Babe Paley were the thinly veiled inspiration for characters in Truman Capote's novel Answered Prayers. She is also credited with bringing Lauren Bacall to Hollywood's attention by showing her husband, producer Howard Hawks, a magazine cover with Bacall's picture on it.

Personal facts

Birth dateJuly 15, 1917
Birth place
Salinas California
Nationality
United States
Date of deathApril 16, 1990
Place of death
Manhattan

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