Shirley Valentine Actress Pauline Collins Dies
The actress Pauline Collins passed away peacefully at the age of 85, surrounded by her family. She was best known for her role in the 1989 film Shirley Valentine, which earned her an Oscar nomination.
Career Highlights
- Starred in the first series of the sitcom The Liver Birds
- Became a household name with her role in Upstairs Downstairs
- Played a wide range of characters throughout her career, including politicians, mothers, and queens
- Her portrayal of the bored Liverpudlian housewife in Shirley Valentine remains iconic
Health and Family
Pauline Collins had been living with Parkinson's disease for several years. Her family expressed gratitude to her carers, stating:
“She could not have had a more peaceful goodbye.”
They added:
“Pauline was so many things to so many people, playing a variety of roles in her life. A bright, sparky, witty presence on stage and screen. Her illustrious career saw her play politicians, mothers and queens.
She will always be remembered as the iconic, strong-willed, vivacious and wise Shirley Valentine - a role that she made all her own.
We were familiar with all those parts of her because her magic was contained in each one of them.”
Legacy
Pauline Collins leaves behind a legacy as a versatile and captivating actress whose roles continue to inspire audiences.
Author's summary: Pauline Collins, beloved for her role as Shirley Valentine and many others, passed away at 85, remembered for her wit, strength, and heartfelt performances.