South African movie actresses died in the year 2014
Here are 2 famous actresses from South Africa died in 2014:
Joan Brickhill
Joan Brickhill (March 6, 1924 Durban-January 15, 2014 Johannesburg) was a South African choreographer and actor.
Born as Joan Alison Brickhill, she began her career in entertainment as a ballet dancer before expanding her horizons to acting and choreography. She was one of the pioneering figures in the South African theatre industry, as she co-founded the Brickhill-Burke Productions with the renowned theatre director and actor, Brian Brooke. Together, they produced and directed successful musicals, revues, and plays that entertained generations of theatre-goers.
Joan Brickhill was widely regarded as the Queen of South African musical theatre due to her unmatched talent and versatility. She starred in several productions including 'Kiss Me Kate,' 'The Sound of Music,' 'The King and I,' and 'My Fair Lady,' to name a few. She was also a well-respected choreographer and director, and her work earned her numerous accolades over the years.
In recognition of her contribution to the arts, Joan Brickhill was awarded the Molteno Medal for meritorious service to the arts in South Africa, and she was inducted into the South African Music Hall of Fame in 2011. She passed away in Johannesburg in 2014, leaving behind a legacy of excellence in the performing arts.
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Sally Farmiloe
Sally Farmiloe (July 14, 1954 Cape Town-July 28, 2014 London) a.k.a. Sally Farmiloe-Neville, Sals or Sarah Farmiloe was a South African actor.
She was best known for her roles in British television dramas and soap operas, including "Howards' Way," "Peak Practice," and "The Bill." Born in Cape Town, South Africa, Farmiloe began her career in entertainment as a dancer before transitioning to acting. She later became a voiceover artist and author, publishing several autobiographical books about her life experiences, including her battle with cancer. In addition to her work in entertainment, Farmiloe was an advocate for breast cancer awareness and fundraising, having been diagnosed with the disease twice herself. She passed away at the age of 60 in London in 2014.
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