English movie stars died in 1971
Here are 2 famous actresses from England died in 1971:
Ellaline Terriss
Ellaline Terriss (April 13, 1871 Stanley-June 16, 1971 Hampstead) also known as Mary Ellaline Lewin was an English singer and actor. She had one child, Betty Hicks.
Ellaline Terriss grew up in a theatrical family and made her stage debut at the age of 16. She rapidly became a popular star in London's West End and performed in many hit musicals, including The Geisha and A Runaway Girl. She also performed in pantomimes and operettas.
In 1898, Terriss married actor-manager Seymour Hicks and the two became a popular theatrical partnership, appearing in many productions together, including the original production of the play The Admirable Crichton. They also wrote and produced their own shows.
During World War I, Terriss and Hicks worked for charitable causes and entertained troops. After the war, they continued their successful career in the theatre, as well as making films. Terriss retired from the stage in the 1930s, but continued to make occasional appearances.
In addition to her successful career, Terriss was known for her beauty and style, and was a popular society figure. She was also active in charitable work, particularly for causes related to actors and the theatre.
Terriss lived to the age of 100, and was one of the last surviving stars of the Edwardian era.
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Rita Jolivet
Rita Jolivet (November 27, 1890 Paris-March 2, 1971 Nice) also known as Marguerite Lucile Jolivet or Countess Marguerita de Cippico was an English actor.
Rita Jolivet was born to French parents in Paris and was raised in England. She made her stage debut at the age of 17 in the play "The Sign of the Cross" and went on to appear in several other stage productions in England and the United States. Jolivet also appeared in silent films, including the 1915 film "The Battle Cry of Peace".
During World War I, Jolivet served as a nurse in France and was awarded the Croix de Guerre for her bravery. After the war, she returned to acting and appeared in several successful plays including "The Captive", "The Master Builder", and "The Miracle".
Jolivet also worked as a journalist and wrote articles on the arts and culture for various publications. She authored a book on the history of ballet, titled "The Dance in Art", which was published in 1949.
In her personal life, Jolivet was married twice and had one daughter. She retired from acting in the 1930s and spent her later years in the south of France where she passed away in 1971 at the age of 80.
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