Canadian actresses who deceased at age 79
Here are 5 famous actresses from Canada died at 79:
Norma MacMillan
Norma MacMillan (September 15, 1921 Vancouver-March 16, 2001 Vancouver) otherwise known as Norma Macmillan or Norma McMillan was a Canadian actor and voice actor. She had two children, Stefan Arngrim and Alison Arngrim.
She died caused by myocardial infarction.
Norma MacMillan was best known for her voice work in animated television shows, including The Gumby Show where she voiced Gumby's best friend, the horse named Pokey, as well as the character of Sweet Polly Purebred in the cartoon series Underdog. She also provided voices for various characters in other popular animated shows such as The Flintstones, Scooby-Doo, and The Smurfs.
Aside from her voice work, MacMillan also appeared in several films and TV shows, including the comedy-drama series, The Mary Tyler Moore Show, and the dramatic television series, Little House on the Prairie. She was also known for performing with her husband, Hal Studer, in a comedy act in the 1950s and 60s, and was a regular guest on the game show To Tell The Truth.
In addition to her successful career in entertainment, MacMillan was also an accomplished artist, specializing in watercolors and oils. She continued to work in the entertainment industry throughout her career and remained a beloved figure in the animation community until her passing in 2001.
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Fifi D'Orsay
Fifi D'Orsay (April 16, 1904 Montreal-December 2, 1983 Motion Picture & Television Country House and Hospital) also known as Marie-Rose Angelina Yvonne Lussier, Yvonne Lussier or Fifi Dorsay was a Canadian actor.
She died caused by cancer.
Fifi D'Orsay was known for her comedic roles in both silent and talking films. She began her career in vaudeville and eventually made her way to Hollywood where she appeared in over 60 films including "The Gay Divorcee" and "Gold Diggers of 1935." D'Orsay was also a skilled singer and dancer, and performed in several Broadway musicals. Despite her success, she never became a major star but was beloved by audiences for her bubbly personality and comic timing. Outside of her screen persona, she was known for her kindness and charity work.
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Maureen Forrester
Maureen Forrester (July 25, 1930 Montreal-June 16, 2010 Toronto) also known as Maureen Kathleen Stewart Forrester, Big Mo or Maureen Kathleen Stewart Forrester, CC OQ was a Canadian actor, voice actor and opera singer. She had five children, Daniel Kash, Linda Kash, Gina Kash, Susan Kash and Paula Kash.
She died as a result of dementia.
Forrester was known for her powerful and rich contralto voice, which made her one of Canada's most famous classical singers. She performed on many of the world's most prestigious stages, including the Royal Opera House in London, the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, and the Vienna State Opera. In addition to her successful career as an opera singer, Forrester also performed in musical theater and was known for her work as a vocal soloist with orchestras throughout Canada and the United States. Throughout her career, she received numerous awards and honors, including the Order of Canada, the Governor-General's Performing Arts Award, and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame. Forrester was also an advocate for several causes, including the arts, women's rights, and social justice for Indigenous peoples.
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Cecilia Parker
Cecilia Parker (April 26, 1914 Fort William, Ontario-July 25, 1993 Ventura) a.k.a. Cecelia Parker or Cecily Parker was a Canadian actor. Her children are called Robert Parker Jr., John Parker and Ann Bridges Parker.
Cecilia Parker is best known for her role as Marian Hardy in the popular Andy Hardy film series alongside Mickey Rooney. She appeared in a total of 14 films in the series from 1937 to 1946.
Prior to her success in Hollywood, Parker trained as a dancer and performed in vaudeville acts. Her acting career began in the late 1920s with small roles in films before receiving her big break in the Andy Hardy series.
Aside from her work in film, Parker also appeared in several TV series throughout the 1950s and 1960s, including "Dragnet" and "The Twilight Zone." She later retired from acting in 1963 to devote more time to her family.
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Margaret Bannerman
Margaret Bannerman (December 15, 1896 Toronto-April 25, 1976 Englewood) was a Canadian actor.
She was best known for her portrayal of the character "Little Miss Marker" in the 1934 film adaptation of the same name. Bannerman began her acting career in theatre before transitioning to film in the 1920s. In addition to her successful career in Hollywood, she also appeared in British and Canadian productions. Bannerman retired from acting in the mid-1940s and lived a relatively private life until her death in 1976.
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