English movie stars died at 42
Here are 2 famous actors from England died at 42:
Gary Olsen
Gary Olsen (November 3, 1957 London-September 12, 2000 Melbourne) also known as Gary Olson was an English actor. He had two children, Jake Olsen and India Olsen.
He died in cancer.
Gary Olsen was best known for his role as Ben in the British sitcom "2point4 Children" which ran from 1991 to 1999. He appeared in all 56 episodes and won the hearts of audiences with his humorous portrayal of a hapless father trying to keep his family together. Apart from his successful stint in television, Olsen had a distinguished stage career, appearing in several productions including "Romeo and Juliet" and "A Midsummer Night's Dream". He was also a regular on the British theatre scene, appearing at the National Theatre, the Royal Court Theatre and the Hampstead Theatre. Prior to his acting career, Olsen worked as a musician and a stand-up comedian.
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Billy Fury
Billy Fury (April 17, 1940 Dingle, Liverpool-January 28, 1983 Paddington) a.k.a. Ronald Wycherley, Ronald William Wycherley, Fury, Billy, Bill Fury or Fury, Bill was an English singer, musician, songwriter and actor.
He died in myocardial infarction.
Billy Fury was a prominent figure in the British music scene in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He recorded a string of hit songs during this time, including "Maybe Tomorrow," "Halfway to Paradise," and "Jealousy," which all reached the top ten in the UK singles chart. Fury was known for his distinctive voice, good looks and energetic stage performances, and was often compared to Elvis Presley.
In addition to his successful music career, Fury also ventured into acting, appearing in several films, including "Play It Cool" (1962) and "I've Gotta Horse" (1965). He also made many television appearances throughout the 1960s and 1970s.
Despite his success, Fury struggled with ill health throughout his life. He suffered from a congenital heart defect and underwent several surgeries as a result. He died at the age of 42, following a heart attack. Fury's influence on the British music scene continues to be felt today, with his music inspiring many contemporary artists.
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