Here are 1 famous actresses from Austria died at 56:
Bibi Besch (February 1, 1940 Vienna-September 7, 1996 Los Angeles) also known as Bibiana Besch, Bibiana M. "Bibi" Besch, Bibiana "Bibi" Besch, Bibiana Köchert, Bibiana "Bibi" Köchert or Bibiana M. Besch was an Austrian actor. She had one child, Samantha Mathis.
She died caused by breast cancer.
Besch's acting career spanned more than three decades, and she appeared in numerous films, television shows, and stage productions. She made her Broadway debut in 1968 in "The Chinese and Dr. Fish," and went on to receive critical acclaim for her performance in the 1976 play "She Stoops to Conquer." Some of Besch's notable film credits include "The Pack," "The Beast Within," and "Steel Magnolias," in which she played the mother of Julia Roberts' character. On television, she appeared in a wide range of shows, including "The Twilight Zone," "Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan," and "Northern Exposure." Despite her success in the industry, Besch never lost touch with her roots, and was known for her generosity and commitment to charitable causes.
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