British movie actresses deceased in Ovarian cancer
Here are 2 famous actresses from United Kingdom died in Ovarian cancer:
Diana Dors
Diana Dors (October 23, 1931 Swindon-May 4, 1984 Windsor) also known as Diana Mary Fluck, Diana Mary Flick, diana_dors, Diana d'Ors, Dorsy, Miss Diana Dors, The Siren of Swindon, Hurricane in Mink or Diana Fluck was a British actor. Her children are called Mark Dawson, Jason Lake and Gary Dawson.
Dors began acting in films in the late 1940s and rose to fame in the 1950s as a blonde bombshell and sex symbol. She starred in several successful British films such as "Lady Godiva Rides Again" and "Yield to the Night". Dors was also known for her television work, appearing in shows such as "The Unforgettable Diana Dors" and "Queenie's Castle".
Despite her glamorous image, Dors was known for her down-to-earth personality and sense of humor. She was highly regarded by her co-stars and fans alike, and even received a BAFTA nomination for her role in "A Kid for Two Farthings". Dors unfortunately passed away at the age of 52 due to ovarian cancer, but her legacy as a beloved British actress continues to this day.
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Evelyn Ankers
Evelyn Ankers (August 17, 1918 Valparaíso-August 29, 1985 Maui) a.k.a. The Screamer, "Queen of the Screamers" or the Queen of the Screamers was a British actor.
She began her acting career in England in the 1930s and eventually moved to Hollywood, where she starred in numerous horror films of the 1940s, including "The Wolf Man" and "The Ghost of Frankenstein." Ankers was known for her iconic screams and her ability to portray both victim and femme fatale roles. She also acted in non-horror films, such as "The Invisible Man's Revenge" and "Tarzan's Magic Fountain." After retiring from acting in the 1950s, she moved to Hawaii with her husband and focused on painting and raising their three children.
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