Famed actress York dies at 72
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January 17, 2011, Monday
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BRITISH actress Susannah York, one of the leading stars of British and Hollywood films in the late 1960s and early 1970s, has died in London aged 72.
York died of cancer on Saturday at the Royal Marsden Hospital in London.
Her son, the actor Orlando Wells, said York was an incredibly brave woman who did not complain about her illness and a "truly wonderful mother."
York had a long, distinguished career on film, television and stage, but she is best remembered for her early roles, when she had an immediate impact that started with her 1963 role as Albert Finney's love interest in the memorable period piece romp "Tom Jones."
With its tongue-in-cheek sensuality and gentle send-up of the British aristocracy, the film is remembered as an early landmark in 1960s cinema, and York's presence added to its appeal. Her long blond hair, blue eyes and witty repartee brought her a string of excellent roles.
York was nominated for an Oscar for the 1969 classic "They Shoot Horses, Don't They?" and also starred in "A Man for All Seasons" and other classic films from that era.
She acted with major stars like Sean Connery, Elizabeth Taylor, Marlon Brando, George C. Scott and many others.
York was born in London and studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
She had two children, Orlando and daughter Sasha, with her husband, Michael Wells, before divorcing. She is survived by her children and several grandchildren.
York died of cancer on Saturday at the Royal Marsden Hospital in London.
Her son, the actor Orlando Wells, said York was an incredibly brave woman who did not complain about her illness and a "truly wonderful mother."
York had a long, distinguished career on film, television and stage, but she is best remembered for her early roles, when she had an immediate impact that started with her 1963 role as Albert Finney's love interest in the memorable period piece romp "Tom Jones."
With its tongue-in-cheek sensuality and gentle send-up of the British aristocracy, the film is remembered as an early landmark in 1960s cinema, and York's presence added to its appeal. Her long blond hair, blue eyes and witty repartee brought her a string of excellent roles.
York was nominated for an Oscar for the 1969 classic "They Shoot Horses, Don't They?" and also starred in "A Man for All Seasons" and other classic films from that era.
She acted with major stars like Sean Connery, Elizabeth Taylor, Marlon Brando, George C. Scott and many others.
York was born in London and studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
She had two children, Orlando and daughter Sasha, with her husband, Michael Wells, before divorcing. She is survived by her children and several grandchildren.
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