Canadian actresses who died due to Stroke
Here are 2 famous actresses from Canada died in Stroke:
Billie Mae Richards
Billie Mae Richards (November 21, 1921 Toronto-September 10, 2010 Burlington) otherwise known as Billie Mae Dinsmore, Billie Richards or Billy Richards was a Canadian actor and voice actor. Her child is called Judi Richards.
Richards was most famously known for her role as the voice of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer in the classic 1964 animated television special of the same name. She also lent her voice to other beloved children's shows such as The Care Bears, The Raccoons, and Spider-Man and His Amazing Friends. In addition to her voice acting career, Richards also had a successful stage career, appearing in various productions across Canada. She was awarded the Order of Canada in 2008 for her contributions to children's entertainment. Richards passed away in 2010 at the age of 88.
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Lillian Elliott
Lillian Elliott (April 24, 1874 Canada-January 15, 1959 Hollywood) was a Canadian actor. Her child is called Lloyd Corrigan.
Lillian Elliott started her career as a stage performer in her native Canada before moving to Hollywood in the 1920s to pursue a career in film. She appeared in almost 100 silent films including "The Kid" (1921), "The Pilgrim" (1923), and "The Passionate Plumber" (1932). Elliott was known for her comic roles and often played characters who were elderly or eccentric. Despite her success in films, she continued to perform on the stage throughout her career. In addition to acting, Elliott was also an accomplished artist and painter. She died in Hollywood in 1959 at the age of 84.
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