Irish actresses died in Stroke
Here are 1 famous actresses from Republic of Ireland died in Stroke:
Angela Greene
Angela Greene (February 24, 1922 Dublin-February 9, 1978 Los Angeles) otherwise known as Angela Green or Angela Katherine Greene was an Irish actor and model.
She began her career as a model before transitioning into acting, appearing in films such as The Fighting Sullivans, The Song of Bernadette, and Claudia and David. Greene also made multiple appearances on television shows, including The Twilight Zone, Perry Mason, and The Wild Wild West. In the 1950s, she had a key role in the film The Man from Bitter Ridge and received critical acclaim for her performance in the cult classic film The Colossus of New York. Later in her career, Greene took on smaller roles in films and made guest appearances on TV shows. She was married to actor Kent Smith from 1954 until his death in 1985.
Greene was born in Dublin and raised in England before moving to Los Angeles with her family in the early 1940s. She began her modeling career shortly after and was signed to the prestigious John Robert Powers agency. Her success as a model soon led to opportunities in the film industry, and she began appearing in small roles in films before landing larger roles in some of the era's most iconic pictures. Despite her success, Greene often struggled to find roles that were commensurate with her talent and frequently faced discrimination in the industry due to her Irish heritage. Nevertheless, she continued to work tirelessly throughout her career and became a beloved figure among fans of classic Hollywood cinema. Today, she is remembered as a trailblazer and an inspiration to generations of actors and models who have followed in her footsteps.