Irish actresses died at age 78

Here are 1 famous actresses from Republic of Ireland died at 78:

Una O'Connor

Una O'Connor (October 23, 1880 Belfast-February 4, 1959 New York City) also known as Agnes Teresa McGlade was an Irish actor.

She died as a result of cardiovascular disease.

Una O'Connor began her acting career on stage in London's West End before making her way to Hollywood in the 1930s. She appeared in several popular films of the era, including "The Adventures of Robin Hood" and "The Invisible Man." O'Connor was particularly known for her ability to play comic, eccentric characters with great skill. Despite being known primarily for her comedic roles, she also had a strong dramatic range and was considered one of the finest character actors of her time. After nearly two decades of success in Hollywood, O'Connor returned to the stage and continued acting until her death in 1959.

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