Irish actresses died at age 72
Here are 2 famous actresses from Republic of Ireland died at 72:
Eileen Percy
Eileen Percy (August 21, 1900 Belfast-July 29, 1973 Los Angeles) also known as Eileen Persey or Elaine Persey was an Irish actor.
She died caused by cancer.
Eileen Percy was known for her work in silent films in the 1920s. She made her screen debut in the film “The Birth of a Soul” in 1920 and went on to appear in more than 70 films throughout her career. Percy often played the lead role in films and was known for her talent in portraying romantic heroines. She worked with many famous directors of the silent era, including Cecil B. DeMille and D.W. Griffith. In the late 1920s, Percy transitioned to talkies and continued to act in films until the early 1940s. Prior to her career in film, Percy was a model and a stage actress in New York City. Her talent and beauty helped her gain popularity and success in the film industry.
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Maureen Delaney
Maureen Delaney (December 1, 1888 Kilkenny-March 27, 1961 London) also known as Maureen Delany, Maureen Barry O'Delany or Daisy was an Irish actor.
She began her acting career on stage in Dublin and appeared in several productions in London's West End throughout the 1920s and 1930s. Delaney gained international recognition for her role as Meg Dolan in the film Juno and the Paycock (1930), directed by Alfred Hitchcock. She also appeared in the films The Shame of Mary Boyle (1930) and Irish Hearts (1934). Later in her career, Delaney worked in television, appearing in episodes of popular series such as The Adventures of Robin Hood and The Invisible Man. She passed away at the age of 72 in London.
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