British movie actors deceased in Cardiac arrest
Here are 2 famous actors from United Kingdom died in Cardiac arrest:
James Mason
James Mason (May 15, 1909 Huddersfield-July 27, 1984 Lausanne) otherwise known as James Neville Mason or Enoch Gates was a British actor, film producer, screenwriter and film director. He had two children, Morgan Mason and Portland Mason.
Mason began his acting career in the 1930s, appearing in British films such as "The Man in Grey" and "The Wicked Lady." He gained international recognition in the 1950s and 60s for his roles in films such as "A Star is Born," "Lolita," and "North by Northwest."
In addition to his acting career, Mason also produced several films and wrote screenplays. He was nominated for three Academy Awards throughout his career and received a Golden Globe for Best Actor in a Drama for his performance in "Lolita."
Mason was known for his distinctive voice and suave on-screen demeanor, often portraying sophisticated and charming characters. He continued to act in films until his death in 1984 at the age of 75.
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Peter Lawford
Peter Lawford (September 7, 1923 London-December 24, 1984 Los Angeles) otherwise known as Peter Sydney Ernest Aylen, Brother-in-Lawford, Lawford or Peter Sydney Ernest Lawford was a British actor and film producer. He had four children, Christopher Lawford, Robin Elizabeth Lawford, Sydney Maleia Kennedy Lawford and Victoria Francis Lawford.
Lawford began his acting career in England before moving to Hollywood in the 1940s. He appeared in numerous films throughout the 1950s and 1960s, including "Little Women," "Ocean's Eleven," and "The Longest Day." He was also known for his friendship with the Rat Pack, a group of Hollywood actors including Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Lawford produced several films throughout his career, including "Salt and Pepper" and "The April Fools." In addition to his successful acting and producing career, Lawford was also known for his high-profile relationships, including a marriage to Patricia Kennedy, sister of President John F. Kennedy. Lawford was a heavy drinker and struggled with addiction throughout his life. He died in 1984 due to liver and kidney failure at the age of 61.
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