Canadian actresses who deceased at age 71
Here are 2 famous actresses from Canada died at 71:
Jackie Burroughs
Jackie Burroughs (February 2, 1939 Lancashire-September 22, 2010 Toronto) a.k.a. Jacqueline "Jackie" Burroughs, Jacqueline Burroughs or Jackie was a Canadian actor. Her child is Zoe Yanovsky.
She died as a result of stomach cancer.
Jackie Burroughs was a prolific stage and screen actress who worked both in Canada and the United States. One of her most memorable roles was in the Canadian television show "Road to Avonlea," where she played Aunt Hetty King. Her performance earned her a Gemini Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Continuing Leading Dramatic Role. In addition, her powerful portrayal of a woman with Alzheimer's disease in the film "The Grey Fox" earned her a Genie Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role. She was also a respected theatre director and teacher, and established a generation of Canadian theatre artists before her death in 2010.
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Kathleen Howard
Kathleen Howard (July 27, 1884 Ontario-April 15, 1956 Hollywood) was a Canadian actor, opera singer and magazine editor.
She is best known for her roles in several Marx Brothers films, including "Duck Soup" and "A Night at the Opera". Howard began her career as an opera singer and performed in numerous productions throughout North America and Europe. She also served as the editor for "The Opera Magazine" and "The American Girl" magazine.
Howard made her film debut in 1930 in the film "True to the Navy" and went on to appear in over 60 films throughout her career. In addition to her work with the Marx Brothers, she also appeared in films such as "The Devil Doll" and "The Bride Walks Out". Howard retired from acting in 1950, but remained active in the film industry as a member of the board of directors for the Screen Actors Guild.
Aside from her career in entertainment, Howard was also known for her philanthropic work. She was a supporter of numerous charities and was particularly involved in efforts to provide aid to children affected by World War II. She was honored for her humanitarian work by the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.
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