John Travoltascreen performanceJohn Travolta plays Edna Turnblad in Hairspray.
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FILM POSTER · HairsprayHairspray (2007)
Edna Turnblad
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Edna Turnblad in Hairspray (2007), played by John Travolta.
Film guide · 1 film · 2007 · 1 performerTHE MOVIE
Edna Turnblad on screen
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Film guide · 1 film · 2007Main sequence runtime: 1h 56m
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John Travoltascreen performanceFILM AND PERFORMER CREDITS
Edna Turnblad screen credits
Screen credits: Hairspray (2007) — John Travolta as Edna Turnblad.
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Edna Turnblad and Wilbur Turnblad both appear in Hairspray.
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