Dutch actresses who deceased in 1977

Here are 1 famous actresses from Netherlands died in 1977:

Selma Vaz Dias

Selma Vaz Dias (November 23, 1911 Amsterdam-August 30, 1977 London) otherwise known as Zelma Vas Dias, Selma Vaz Díaz, Selma Van Dias or Selma Van Diaz was a Dutch actor.

Vaz Dias was known for her roles in Dutch and British films and television shows. She began her acting career in the late 1930s in the Netherlands, but her career took off in Britain after she fled there during World War II.

In Britain, Vaz Dias appeared in a range of films and television shows, including "The Saint" and "The Avengers". She was also a regular on the long-running radio soap opera "The Archers".

Vaz Dias was married twice and had two children. She was also a committed political activist, particularly in the areas of civil rights and anti-racism.

Despite her success in Britain, Vaz Dias remained connected to her Dutch roots throughout her life, and returned to the Netherlands frequently to work on Dutch films and television shows.

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