Canadian actresses who deceased in 2001
Here are 6 famous actresses from Canada died in 2001:
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.
MacMillan began her acting career in the 1950s, appearing in various TV shows and movies. However, she is best known for her work in voice acting, providing the voices for many beloved animated characters. She voiced Sweet Polly Purebred in the animated TV series "Underdog," Gumby's best friend, Prickle, in "The Gumby Show," and the original voice of Casper the Friendly Ghost in the 1960s animated series. MacMillan's other voice acting credits included "The Flintstones," "The Jetsons," and "The Smurfs," among others. She continued to work in voice acting until her death in 2001.
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L. R. Wright
L. R. Wright (June 5, 1939 Saskatoon-February 25, 2001 Vancouver) also known as Laurali Wright or Laurali Rose Wright was a Canadian writer, actor and editor.
Wright was best known for her crime fiction. Her novel, "The Suspect," which was published in 1985, won the Edgar Award for Best Novel in 1986. She went on to write several more books in the same genre, including "A Chill Rain in January" and "Fall from Grace." Before her career as a writer took off, Wright worked as an editor and actor. She appeared in several Canadian television shows in the 1960s and 1970s, including "The Beachcombers" and "The Forest Rangers." Wright was also an editor at the Vancouver-based newspaper, The Province. She passed away in 2001 at the age of 61.
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Peggy Cartwright
Peggy Cartwright (November 14, 1912 Vancouver-June 12, 2001 Victoria) a.k.a. Peggy Courtwright was a Canadian actor.
Peggy Cartwright began her acting career in the 1930s with small roles in British films. She then appeared in several Hollywood productions in the 1940s and 1950s, often playing supporting roles. Cartwright is best known for her roles in the films "Gone with the Wind" (1939), "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1938), and "The Four Feathers" (1939). In the later years of her career, Cartwright became a prolific television actor and appeared on popular shows like "The Twilight Zone" and "Perry Mason." Cartwright was also an accomplished stage actor and appeared in numerous productions in both Canada and the United States.
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Diana Van der Vlis
Diana Van der Vlis (June 9, 1935 Toronto-October 22, 2001 Missoula) a.k.a. Diana Mae Van der Vlis, Diana Vandervlis, Dianna Van Der Vlis or Diana Van Der Vlis was a Canadian actor. She had one child, Matthew Powers.
Van der Vlis began her career in the early 1950s in Toronto before moving to New York City in 1957. She appeared in numerous television shows and films, including "The Twilight Zone," "The Outer Limits," "The Secret Storm," "Mission: Impossible," "The Fugitive," "One Life to Live," "Falcon Crest," and "Law & Order." She also appeared on Broadway in the plays "The Happiest Millionaire" and "A Very Rich Woman." Van der Vlis was twice nominated for a Tony Award for her performances in the plays "The Caretaker" and "A Far Country." In addition to her acting career, Van der Vlis was an accomplished painter and her work has been exhibited in galleries across the United States. She passed away at the age of 66 due to complications from pancreatic cancer.
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Francoise Berd
Francoise Berd (March 2, 1923 Saint-Pacôme, Quebec-August 10, 2001 Montreal) also known as Françoise Berd or Françoise Bernadette Loranger was a Canadian actor, film producer and businessperson.
She began her career as an actor in Quebec theatre and radio before becoming a successful film producer, producing films in both English and French. Berd founded Cinépix, one of the most successful film production companies in Canadian history, which was responsible for producing numerous award-winning films. She also co-founded the Montreal World Film Festival and received numerous awards for her contributions to the film industry, including the Order of Canada. In addition to her work in film, Berd was also a successful businesswoman, owning and managing several businesses throughout her lifetime. She passed away in 2001 at the age of 78.
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Dona Massin
Dona Massin (February 18, 1917 Winnipeg-May 26, 2001 Culver City) a.k.a. Lucianna Thomassin was a Canadian actor.
Dona Massin began her acting career in the 1940s, appearing in a variety of films and television shows. Some of her well-known roles include that of Mrs. Esterbrook in the film "The Great White Hope" and Mrs. Barnstable in the TV series "The Donna Reed Show". She also had a successful career as a writer and producer, creating content for various TV shows and films. In addition to her work in the entertainment industry, Massin was also a devoted philanthropist and involved in various charitable organizations. She passed away in 2001 at the age of 84.
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