Here are 1 famous actresses from Republic of Ireland died in 1959:
Una O'Connor (October 23, 1880 Belfast-February 4, 1959 New York City) also known as Agnes Teresa McGlade was an Irish actor.
She began her career on the stage in Dublin and later moved to London where she appeared in a number of West End productions. In 1934, she made her film debut in the British movie "The Private Life of Don Juan" and then became a well-known character actor in Hollywood. O'Connor appeared in over 50 films during her career, including "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1938), "The Bride of Frankenstein" (1935), and "The Gang's All Here" (1943). She was known for her distinctive voice and her ability to play a wide range of characters, from comedic to dramatic. O'Connor was nominated for an Academy Award in 1940 for her supporting role in "Going My Way" and continued acting until her death in 1959.
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